No-Bake Chocolate Hazelnut Tartlets with Whipped Cream
These mini no-bake tartlets feature a rich chocolate hazelnut filling nestled in a crisp cookie crust, topped with airy whipped cream and toasted hazelnuts. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 28 minutes layers hazelnut spread (e.g. Nutella), cream cheese, softened, powdered sugar 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 220 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 hazelnut spread (e.g. Nutella)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 20 whole chocolate wafer cookies
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Crush 20 chocolate wafer cookies finely and combine with 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter in a bowl. Press mixture evenly into the bottoms and sides of 12 mini tart pans or a muffin tin to form crusts. Bake crusts for 8 minutes until set and fragrant, then cool completely.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, beat 4 oz softened cream cheese with 1 cup hazelnut spread and 1/4 cup powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream with 1 tsp vanilla extract to stiff peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into the hazelnut mixture until fully combined.
- Step 4: Spoon the filling into the cooled tartlet crusts, smoothing the tops with a spatula. Refrigerate tartlets for at least 1 hour to set.
- Step 5: Before serving, garnish each tartlet with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts evenly over the tops for crunch and aroma.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Chocolate Hazelnut Tartlets with Whipped Cream take to make?
Total time is about 28 minutes (20 min prep + 8 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 with Whipped Cream?
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 with Whipped Cream?
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 with Whipped Cream 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 with Whipped Cream?
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.
