Peppermint Crisp Tart

Peppermint Crisp Tart

Peppermint Crisp Tert (PEP-er-mint KRISP TART)

Peppermint Crisp Tart

Prep Time 20 min + chilling
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
8
🔥 Calories 386 kcal

A layered no-bake dessert of caramelized condensed milk, whipped cream, and crushed Peppermint Crisp chocolate bars on a Tennis biscuit base — South Africa's most iconic dinner party pudding.

Nutrition & Info

380 kcal per serving
Protein 5.0g
Carbs 42.0g
Fat 22.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

rectangular dish whisk or electric mixer grater

Presentation Guide

Vessel: glass dish

Garnishes: grated Peppermint Crisp, mint leaves

Accompaniments: coffee

Instructions

  1. 1

    Line the base of a rectangular dish with a single layer of Tennis biscuits.

  2. 2

    Fold the caramel treat into the whipped cream until streaky (do not mix completely — the marbled effect is key).

  3. 3

    Spread half the caramel cream mixture over the biscuit layer.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle generously with half the grated Peppermint Crisp.

  5. 5

    Add another layer of biscuits, then the remaining caramel cream, and top with the rest of the grated chocolate.

  6. 6

    Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight. The biscuits will soften and become cake-like. Serve chilled.

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Did You Know?

Peppermint Crisp Tart requires exactly three store-bought ingredients — caramel treat, cream, and Peppermint Crisp bars — making it possibly the easiest iconic dessert in any national cuisine.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • rectangular dish
  • whisk or electric mixer
  • grater

Garnishing

grated Peppermint Crisp, mint leaves

Accompaniments

coffee

The Story Behind Peppermint Crisp Tart

Peppermint Crisp Tart emerged in the 1960s when Nestle South Africa began marketing caramel treat (pre-cooked condensed milk) alongside their Peppermint Crisp chocolate bar. Home cooks combined them with whipped cream and biscuits, creating a dessert that became a fixture at braais, Christmas lunches, and dinner parties across the country.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dessert or braai finale 📜 Origins: 1960s South Africa

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