Patriotic Chocolate Tartlets Recipe
Patriotic Chocolate Tartlets are a delicious and festive dessert featuring rich chocolate shells filled with creamy vanilla filling and topped with fresh berries and white chocolate stars. Perfect for the 4th of July or any summer celebration, these tartlets are visually stunning and incredibly easy to make.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 tartlets
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
12 oz semi-sweet chocolate (or milk chocolate, if preferred)
Silicone tartlet molds or mini cupcake liners
1 cup heavy whipping cream
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Fresh blueberries
Fresh raspberries
White chocolate stars (store-bought or homemade with a mold)
Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Chocolate Shells: Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Spoon about a tablespoon of melted chocolate into each tartlet mold, using the back of a spoon to evenly coat the bottom and sides. Place the molds in the fridge or freezer for 10 to 15 minutes until the chocolate firms up. Once set, gently remove the chocolate shells from the molds and arrange them on a tray.
- Whip Up the Vanilla Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until fully combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, creating a smooth and fluffy filling.
- Assemble the Tartlets: Spoon or pipe the vanilla filling into each chocolate shell, filling nearly to the top. Decorate each tartlet with fresh raspberries and blueberries. Place a white chocolate star on each for a festive finish. Garnish with small mint leaves if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Place the assembled tartlets in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld. Serve chilled for a refreshing, patriotic dessert!
Notes
Chocolate shells can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
If you prefer a different chocolate, feel free to use milk, dark, or white chocolate for the shells.
For a unique twist, you can drizzle some melted chocolate over the tartlets or add edible glitter for extra sparkle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
