Description
Indulge in this decadent Dark Chocolate Pecan “Worms in Dirt” Mousse Tart that combines rich dark chocolate mousse with a crunchy pecan crust, topped with fun ‘dirt’ and gummy worms. Perfect for Halloween or any festive occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos, finely crushed)
- ¼ cup finely chopped pecans
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- Pinch of salt
For the Mousse Filling:
- 6 ounces dark chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (divided)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- ½ cup chocolate cookie crumbs (for ‘dirt’)
- ¼ cup chopped toasted pecans
- Gummy worms (for garnish)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed chocolate cookies, chopped pecans, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch tart pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool completely.
- Make the Mousse: Place the chopped dark chocolate and ¼ cup of the cream in a heatproof bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Let cool to room temperature. In a separate bowl, whip the remaining ¾ cup cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture in batches until smooth and fluffy. Spread the mousse evenly into the cooled tart crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Decorate the Tart: Sprinkle the top with chocolate cookie crumbs and chopped pecans to resemble ‘dirt.’ Add gummy worms crawling out of the mousse. Optional: pipe or dollop whipped cream around the edges for a festive touch.
Notes
- This fun and spooky tart is perfect for Halloween or parties.
- You can make it a day ahead and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans and use extra cookie crumbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (with baked crust)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
