Peppermint Crisp Tart - The Original
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Fridge time:
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 20 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
361 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
South African
Peppermint Crisp Tart - The Original
Description
This classic South African tart combines Tennis biscuits as a crunchy base with a filling made from caramelised condensed milk and whipped cream mixed with chopped Peppermint Crisp bars. The mint-flavored chocolate breaks down into small pieces within the creamy mixture, delivering bursts of cool mint and chocolate flavor. The assembly involves layering biscuits and cream filling to achieve a rich, textured dessert with distinct flavor layers.
The dessert is chilled before serving to allow the biscuits to soften and flavors to meld. The texture contrasts between the whipped cream, crunchy-tender biscuits, and bits of mint-chocolate create a pleasant eating experience. The tart is simple to prepare yet offers a unique palate of mint caramel sweetness.
The tart works well as a festive treat or after-dinner dessert, providing a cool, sweet finish to a meal. Garnishing with larger Peppermint Crisp chunks adds visual interest and texture contrast. It can be sliced and enjoyed as a portioned chilled dessert.
If Peppermint Crisp or caramelised condensed milk are unavailable, alternatives may be sought, but the original combination is characteristic of this recipe. Whipping cream should be kept cold for best volume, and the caramel mixture should be smooth without lumps for an even texture.
Ingredients
- 2 packets Tennis biscuits you may not use all of them
- 4 bars Peppermint Crisp total of circa 200g, 49-gram bars
- 2 tins condensed milk like Nestle Treat, caramelised
- 250 millilitre cream or whipping cream, Orley whip etc. Fridge-cold, double
Instructions
- Arrange a layer of Tennis biscuits in the bottom of your dish. Break a few into smaller pieces to fill any gaps - no need for perfection as the filling will cover it.
- Use a sharp knife to chop the Peppermint Crisp bars into small pieces. Leave a few larger chunks for decoration later, it adds some interest to the tart.
- Scrape every last bit of caramel out of the tins into a large bowl - it tends to stick to the sides and you don’t want to miss a single drop! Whisk it (or use a fork) until smooth and lump-free.
- In a separate bowl, whip the fridge-cold cream to soft peaks using an electric hand mixer.
- Add the whipped cream and two-thirds of the chopped Peppermint Crisp to the caramel.
- Beat with an electric hand mixer until thick and creamy, with soft trails left by the whisk.
- Spoon half the creamy mixture onto the Tennis biscuit base and smooth it to the edges.
- Arrange another layer of Tennis biscuits over the filling, again filling any gaps with smaller pieces.
- Gently spoon the remaining mixture over the biscuits and smooth it to the edges with the back of a spoon. Create swirls for a dreamy look, if you like.
- Chill the tart for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the biscuits to soak up the cream and the flavours to develop beautifully.
- Just before serving, sprinkle the remaining Peppermint Crisp over the top. Dig in and enjoy!
Notes
- Keep cream cold to achieve optimal whipping texture.
- Save larger Peppermint Crisp chunks for topping to add texture contrast.
- If outside South Africa, seek suitable substitutes for Peppermint Crisp and caramelised condensed milk.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 361 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 361kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 18mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 175mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 462IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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