No-Bake Chocolate Hazelnut Tartlets
Delicate mini tartlets filled with a rich chocolate hazelnut ganache, perfect for an elegant bite-sized dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 38 minutes layers hazelnuts, graham cracker crumbs, unsalted butter 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 230 calories and feeds 12, 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
- 1 cup hazelnuts
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz dark chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp hazelnut spread
- a pinch sea salt flakes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread 1 cup of hazelnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned; then let cool and chop roughly.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup graham cracker crumbs with 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter and the toasted chopped hazelnuts. Press the mixture evenly into 12 mini tart pans or a mini muffin tin, creating firm crusts. Bake for 8 minutes until set, then cool completely.
- Step 3: In a small saucepan, heat 1/2 cup heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 6 oz dark chocolate chips and 2 tbsp hazelnut spread until smooth and glossy.
- Step 4: Pour the chocolate ganache evenly into the cooled tartlet shells. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until the ganache is firm. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt flakes on top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Chocolate Hazelnut Tartlets take to make?
Total time is about 38 minutes (20 min prep + 18 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 Tartlets?
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 Tartlets?
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 Tartlets for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). 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 Tartlets?
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.
