No-Bake Cherry Almond Chocolate Tart
A rich, no-bake tart combining dark chocolate with fresh cherries and toasted almonds for a luscious, easy dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 25 minutes layers dark chocolate chips, heavy cream, graham cracker crumbs into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup, pitted and halved fresh cherries
- 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs with 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter and 1/4 tsp sea salt; stir until mixture resembles wet sand. Press mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan. Chill crust in refrigerator for 15 minutes to set.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, heat 1 cup heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to gently simmer, about 3-4 minutes; do not boil. Remove from heat and pour over 8 oz dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir gently until smooth and glossy. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 3: Pour the chocolate ganache into the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Scatter 1 cup pitted and halved fresh cherries evenly over the top, then sprinkle 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds to finish. Refrigerate tart for at least 2 hours until ganache is firm before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Cherry Almond Chocolate Tart take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (20 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Cherry Almond Chocolate Tart?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Cherry Almond Chocolate Tart?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Cherry Almond Chocolate Tart for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Bake Cherry Almond Chocolate Tart?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
