These reindeer tarts are the cutest Christmas dessert ever! My little Rudolph tarts are full of personality and by using ready made tart shells it's actually a no bake chocolate tarts recipe.
Remove the tart cases from the packaging or if you fancy making your own shortcrust pastry tart cases get these ready-made baked and cooled before starting on the filling.
Break up the 150g milk chocolate pieces and add them to a bowl and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
In a saucepan warm up the 125ml double cream until it starts to bubble. Do not let it boil. Keep stirring.
Pour the cream over the top of the chocolate and butter. Leave it for 1 minute and then slowly mix together until everything is melted and mixed together.
Place the tart cases on a baking tray or chopping board to keep them level. (Also easier to move).
Spoon the chocolate mixture into the cases leaving a small gap from the top.
Add 2 pretzels at the top of the tart for the antlers, 2 eyes and 1 red M&M or Smartie for the nose.
Leave the chocolate to set and when it's firm it's ready to eat. It's also fine to eat when it's still molten.
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Notes
I used ready-made tart shells for this recipe as it makes them so much quicker to make.If you want to make your own tart cases then follow my shortcrust pastry recipe. Have them made, cooked and cooled before filling.You can use M&Ms or Smarties or even a dried cranberry for the nose.