Easy Christmas Dessert Tarts are the perfect sweet treat for the holiday season, combining simplicity with a festive flair. These buttery tart shells are filled with a luscious mix of seasonal flavors—think creamy custards, spiced fillings, or even a chocolatey twist.

They’re bite-sized delights that make a stunning addition to any dessert table and are sure to impress without the hassle.

Serve these tarts with nutty Pecan Pralines for a decadent Southern pairing or sip on some warm, aromatic Mulled Wine to bring out their rich holiday notes. Whether you’re hosting a party or just treating yourself, these tarts are a must-have for the season.

Why I Love This Recipe (And You Will Too):

Completed Christmas dessert tarts on the white marble countertop, beautifully decorated with whipped cream, fruit, and festive sprinkles.

Festive and Versatile: The filling options are endless—citrusy, spiced, or chocolate-based—making them customizable for your holiday spread.
Effortlessly Elegant: These tarts look fancy but are super easy to prepare, perfect for last-minute entertaining.
Bite-Sized Bliss: The mini size makes them perfect for parties, ensuring everyone gets a taste without overindulging.
Holiday Cheer in Every Bite: With warm spices and creamy textures, they capture the essence of Christmas in dessert form.

Christmas Dessert Tarts Recipe

These Mini Chocolate Tarts are bite-sized delights featuring a buttery crust filled with rich, creamy chocolate ganache. Perfect for any occasion, they’re as elegant as they are indulgent!

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Chilling Time 4

Total Time 4 50

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 313 kcal

Equipment

Rolling Pin
4½-inch cookie cutter
Mini tart pan (12 sections)
Fork
Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
Medium heat-safe mixing bowl
Whisk

Ingredients

1 package store-bought pie crust
1 cups heavy cream whipping cream
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or chocolate of your choice
1 pinch sea salt

Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Roll out the store-bought pie crust on a floured surface to ¼-inch thickness. Cut out 12 circles using a 4½-inch cookie cutter. Line each section of a mini tart pan with the dough circles. Chill for 20 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (180°C).
Bake the Crust: Prick the bottoms of the crusts with a fork. Bake for 10–15 minutes, rotate, and bake for another 10–15 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
Make the Filling: Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan or microwave until it bubbles but does not boil. Remove from heat.
Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips and a pinch of salt in a heat-safe bowl.
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and whisk until smooth.
Fill the Tarts: Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the cooled tart shells. Chill for 4 hours to allow the filling to set.
Decorate and Serve: Add your desired toppings (e.g., whipped cream, fruit, or sprinkles) before serving. Enjoy!