If you’re looking for a dessert that feels bakery-style but is completely doable at home, these Mini Chocolate Tarts are it. They have a crisp wholewheat tart shell, a layer of fruity jam or compote, and a rich chocolate ganache filling. The best part? You can make the ganache three different ways — with cream, coconut milk, or regular milk — depending on what you have and how rich you want the filling to be.
These tart shells are incredibly versatile too. While they’re perfect for chocolate desserts, the same crisp and flaky shells can be used for sweet or savoury tarts, making this a base recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
These mini tarts are perfect for Valentine’s day, parties, festive platters, gifting, or simply when you want a small, beautiful chocolate dessert without complicated tools.
Let’s look at the main ingredients!
For the Wholewheat Tart Shell
Wholewheat Flour
Adds a nutty flavour and more fibre compared to refined flour. It gives structure to the tart shells while keeping them crisp.
Butter
Provides richness and helps create a flaky, crisp texture in the tart shell.
Powdered Jaggery
A less refined sweetener that adds a deep caramel-like flavour and natural minerals. It also helps with browning and crispness.
Milk
Brings the dough together and adds slight softness so the shells don’t turn overly hard.
Salt
Balances sweetness and enhances the chocolate flavour later.
Orange Zest or Vanilla
Orange Zest adds a light citrus aroma that beautifully complements the chocolate filling. But when oranges are not in hand, you can use vanilla extract as well.
For the Chocolate Ganache (Choose One)
Chocolate
The star ingredient. Use good quality chocolate for a smooth, rich ganache and deep flavour.
Fresh Cream (Option 1)
Creates a classic, rich and silky ganache with a luxurious mouthfeel.
Coconut Milk (Option 2)
A dairy-free alternative that gives a light coconut note and a smooth texture.
Milk (Option 3)
Makes a lighter ganache that’s less heavy but still creamy and chocolatey.
For Filling & Topping
Fruit Compote, Jam or Caramel
Fruit compote or jam adds a fruity layer that balances the richness of the chocolate. But if you are in the mood for something really indulgent, you can switch it with a layer of caramel.
Fresh Fruits (Strawberries, Kiwi, Blueberries, Orange Segments)
Bring freshness, natural sweetness, and a beautiful finish to the tarts.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Teaches you 3 ways to make chocolate ganache
- Includes a crispy, flaky wholewheat tart shell recipe
- The tart shells can be used for both sweet and savoury fillings
- Perfect make-ahead dessert for parties and celebrations
- Easy to customise with different fruits, jams, or fillings
- Looks impressive but uses simple pantry ingredients
These mini chocolate tarts prove that simple ingredients can create a truly elegant dessert. Whether you prefer a rich cream-based ganache, a dairy-free coconut version, or a lighter milk option, this recipe gives you the flexibility to bake based on your taste and what’s available in your kitchen. Once you master these crisp, flaky tart shells, you can fill them with chocolate ganache, fruit custard, lemon curd, or even savoury fillings like herbed cream cheese or roasted vegetables. One base, endless possibilities.
