No-Bake Chocolate Hazelnut Cream Tart

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A luscious no-bake tart combining rich chocolate, toasted hazelnuts, and a creamy filling for an elegant dinner party dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 30 minutes layers toasted and chopped hazelnuts, graham cracker crumbs, unsweetened cocoa powder 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 420 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 8 French cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter, and 1 cup toasted and chopped hazelnuts. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Step 2: Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom. Bake for 10 minutes until fragrant and set. Remove and let cool completely.
  3. Step 3: In a heatproof bowl, melt 6 oz semisweet chocolate chips over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Step 4: Using a mixer, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese with 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/4 tsp salt.
  5. Step 5: Whip 1 cup heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, then fold in the melted chocolate until fully combined and smooth.
  6. Step 6: Pour the chocolate cream filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does No-Bake Chocolate Hazelnut Cream Tart take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Chocolate Hazelnut Cream 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 Chocolate Hazelnut Cream 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 Chocolate Hazelnut Cream 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 Chocolate Hazelnut Cream 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.

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