Easy holiday desserts: Must-try chocolate recipes for festive celebrations

The festive season is upon us, these chocolate treats are simple to try out and will put a smile on your loved one’s face. Picture: freepik

The festive season is upon us, these chocolate treats are simple to try out and will put a smile on your loved one’s face. Picture: freepik

Published Oct 29, 2024

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The festivities are upon us, and what better way to spread cheer than with rich, yummy chocolate treats?

Whether you're a chocolate fanatic or just a lover of all things sweet, this is the perfect time to get creative in your kitchen and explore fun recipes everyone at home can enjoy.

Here are three mouth-watering chocolate dessert recipes by TikTok creators to impress your loved ones this holiday season.

Strawberry Chocolate Trifle

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this strawberry-infused trifle, layered with rich flavours and textures. A trifle dessert is all about layering your ingredients. Here are the easy steps:

You will need:

– Chocolate muffins or cake

– Chocolate ganache and fresh cream

– Strawberries or raspberries

– Chocolate mousse or chocolate custard

Method:

– For the first layer, start with a foundation of crumbled chocolate muffins, which can be freshly baked or store-bought, depending on how much time you'd like to spend in the kitchen. You can also use sponge cake as a substitute.

– Add melted chocolate ganache and drizzle it over the crumbled muffins, allowing it to seep in.

– For the third layer, add freshly cut strawberry pieces for a pop of colour, strategically placing them around the sides and in the middle of the trifle.

– For the fourth layer, spread a rich and creamy chocolate mousse over the strawberries, providing a velvety contrast.

– Then, add a generous amount of whipped cream. Repeat the steps to add more layers and complete your beautifully layered chocolate trifle.

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Peppermint Crisp Tart

This classic peppermint tart will likely grace many tables this festive season as a South African favourite. Here’s an easy-to-follow recipe:

What you’ll need:

– Chocolate mint or coconut biscuits

– Mint-flavoured chocolate slab

– Fresh cream

– Caramel treat

– Mint leaves, to garnish

Method:

Begin by crushing chocolate mint or coconut biscuits to create a crunchy foundation.

Chop the mint-flavoured chocolate of your choice.

Whip the caramel treat until smooth, then set it aside. In another bowl, whisk the fresh cream for about six minutes until it’s foamy.

Add the whipped caramel to the whipped cream and mix well until smooth. Fold in the chopped chocolate.

Depending on the quantity of dessert, use cups or a casserole dish. Start with a layer of crushed biscuits as the base, then add the caramel and cream mixture, followed by a sprinkle of crushed mint-flavoured chocolate.

Repeat the layering process and garnish with mint leaves.

@thecutestfoodie Peppermint Crisp Tartlets 🍃 𝗜![CDATA[]]>𝗻![CDATA[]]>𝗴![CDATA[]]>𝗿![CDATA[]]>𝗲![CDATA[]]>𝗱![CDATA[]]>𝗶![CDATA[]]>𝗲![CDATA[]]>𝗻![CDATA[]]>𝘁![CDATA[]]>𝘀: 250ml Fresh Cream
1 tin Nestlé Caramel Treat
1 packet Bakers Tennis mint-chocolate coconut biscuits, crushed 1 packet Bakers Tennis classic coconut biscuits, crushed
2 slabs (160g) Cadbury Mint Crisp chocolate, chopped 1 slab (49g) Nestlé Peppermint Crisp chocolate, chopped 𝗠![CDATA[]]>𝗲![CDATA[]]>𝘁![CDATA[]]>𝗵![CDATA[]]>𝗼![CDATA[]]>𝗱: 1. Crush the mint-chocolate and coconut biscuits.  2. Roughly chop the mint crisp chocolate.  3. Beat the Nestlé Caramel Treat and set aside. In a separate bowl, beat or whisk the fresh cream until frothy and aerated, about 6 minutes. 4. Add the caramel treat to the cream and beat well until stiff. 5. Add the chopped chocolate to the caramel mixture. 6. To assemble the tartlets, first layer the bottom of the cups with a heaped tablespoon of crushed classic coconut biscuits, then layer caramel cream mixture, then the crushed mint-chocolate biscuits, then the Nestlé Peppermint Crisp chocolate. The caramel mixture should be the last layer. 7. Repeat layering steps. 8. Top with the remaining Peppermint Crisp Chocolate or fresh mint leaves. 9. Refrigerate for a minimum of 40 minutes to set. But overnight is best. #peppermintcrisptart #chocolate #caramel #peppermint #dessert #follow #like #tiktoksouthafrica #foryoupage #fyp ♬ Jingle Bell Rock - Bobby Helms

Home-made Chocolate Mousse

This three-ingredient chocolate mousse is simple to make. You will need:

– Chocolate

– Milk

– Mini marshmallows

Method:

– Crumble your chocolate.

– Place the marshmallows in a bowl and add milk.

– Melt the marshmallows and milk on the stove, then add the crumbled chocolate and mix together.

– Pour the mixture into glasses and let it sit in the fridge to set.

– Sprinkle cocoa powder on top for a nice finish.

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