Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed chocolate graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar until well mixed. Press this mixture tightly into the bottom and up the sides of a tart pan. Bake for 10 minutes until the crust sets and is lightly golden. Allow it to cool completely before adding the mousse.
- In a small bowl, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes. Once it's set, microwave the gelatin carefully until just melted—do not boil.
- In another bowl, melt white chocolate, then whisk in milk until smooth. Stir in the gelatin mixture and peppermint oil after slightly cooling.
- In a separate chilled mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until medium-stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in three additions, ensuring it's well combined and airy.
- Spoon the peppermint mousse into the cooled tart crust, smoothing out the top. Cover the tart with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium heat until it reaches a simmer. Remove from heat, then add chopped dark chocolate and stir until completely melted and smooth. Mix in light corn syrup and very warm water until the glaze is glossy.
- Carefully pour the cooled dark chocolate glaze over the chilled peppermint mousse, ensuring it coats evenly. Allow the glaze to set at room temperature for about 1 hour before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
Serve at room temperature for the best taste, allowing 10-15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
