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Published: Jan 27, 2025 · Last Updated On: Jan 27, 2025 by Natasha Minocha

Chocolate Orange Tart

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This no-bake chocolate orange tart has a rich, creamy chocolate ganache filling that goes deliciously well with the chocolatey base made with oats and puffed rice! It’s the easiest chocolate tart recipe I’ve ever made, and you won’t even notice it’s refined sugar-free and vegan!

chocolate tart with berries, candied oranges  with one slice taken out on a plate.

If you’re anything like me, you love a dessert that feels fancy but doesn’t take hours to make, this dark chocolate orange tart checks all the boxes. The crust comes together effortlessly, and the silky, orange-scented ganache filling is unbelievably decadent.

You won’t believe how rich and chocolatey it tastes. And if you’re as hooked on simple, show-stopping tarts as I am, you’ll love my vegan matcha tart or zesty lemon tart next!

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  • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
  • Recipe Ingredients
  • How To Make Chocolate Orange Tart
  • Pro Tips
  • How To Serve The Chocolate Orange Tart
  • Chocolate Orange Tart Recipe FAQs
  • More No-Bake Desserts
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It takes no time at all to put it all together.

A great make-ahead, easy, fuss-free recipe!

Looks so gorgeous - guaranteed to impress everyone!

Dark chocolate and orange are a classic combination that works gorgeously well.

The no-bake dessert is great for summer too, when you don't want to turn on that oven!

Recipe Ingredients

ingredients for making chocolate orange tart.

Tart base: I used rolled oats and puffed rice, along with walnuts, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and coconut oil to make the no-bake tart crust. You can use quick-cooking oats too. If you can't find puffed rice, try popped amaranth or just leave it out altogether. Add an equivalent amount of oats!

You can also make the crust with cookies like Oreos or digestive biscuits like I did for my no-bake mango cheesecake.

Cocoa powder: For making a chocolate-flavored crust.

Walnuts: Any nuts would do, but I love the combination of chocolate with creamy, sweet walnuts.

Sweetener: I used maple syrup to make the base sweet. It also helps bind the "dough" for the no-bake crust. Feel free to use date syrup or honey.

Coconut oil: Melted coconut oil also helps bind the crust and give it a rich texture and flavor.

Sea salt: To enhance the overall flavor of the filling and crust.

Chocolate: I used 70% dark chocolate. Check the label to make sure the chocolate is dairy-free if you want a vegan tart.

Coconut milk: Full-fat coconut milk works the best here.

Orange zest: You’ll need 1 whole orange to give it that citrusy punch.

How To Make Chocolate Orange Tart

As fancy as this no-bake tart may look, it really comes together very easily!

oats, puffed rice, walnuts,and cocoa powder in a bowl.

Step 1: Pulse oats, puffed rice, walnuts, and cocoa powder in a food processor till they look like semi-fine bread crumbs.

Coconut oil and maple syrup on top of dry ingredients in a bowl.

Step 2: Add melted coconut oil and maple syrup and blend to form a sticky dough.

Dough for the chocolate tart crust in a bowl.

Step 3: Taste the dough and adjust for sweetness.

evenly press crust mixture into the bottom and sides of a tart pan.

Step 4: Transfer to a 6-inch pan and press evenly to form the crust. Refrigerate the crust while you make the chocolate ganache.

chocolate filling with orange zest in a glass mixing bowl.

Step 5: In a saucepan, heat milk to a gentle simmer and pour over the chocolate. Let it stand for a minute or two.
Then stir till the chocolate melts and you have a smooth, shiny mixture. Add orange zest, and mix well.

Chocolate ganache filling on the tart base topped with sea salt.

Step 6: Let the chocolate orange filling cool a bit. Then pour it onto the crust. Sprinkle sea salt on top. Refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 to 6 hours till the filling sets).

Step 7: Garnish with berries, orange zest, and candied oranges. Slice and serve!

Finished chocolate tart on a plate.

Pro Tips

  • Use your hands to press the no-bake chocolate orange tart crust firmly. Make sure the crumbs cover the side of the tin too.
  • If using a chocolate bar, chop or break it before pouring the warm coconut milk over it. It will melt faster.
  • Smoothen the top of the chocolate orange filling before you set it to chill. Use a toothpick to get rid of air bubbles.
  • Use a tart pan with a removable base. If you don't have one, line the bottom of your pan with parchment paper. That will help you remove the chilled tart easily.
  • Allow the no-bake crust to set in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. You can also make the crust a day before. Keep it refrigerated.
  • Make sure the chocolate ganache has ample time to set. I like to keep it refrigerated overnight.
  • Let the chocolate tart come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor!

How To Serve The Chocolate Orange Tart

This chocolate orange tart is so rich and decadent that it needs no accompaniment at all. But, if you're in an indulgent mood, top it with a dollop of whipped cream! I like to serve it at room temperature, so do take it out of the refrigerator at least an hour before serving.

a slice of tart on a small plate with a bite taken with a fork .

Chocolate Orange Tart Recipe FAQs

Can you make a vegan chocolate orange tart ahead?

Yes, you can! You can make the crust a day before. Pour the ganache filling the next morning. Let this set in the refrigerator for 6-8 hours and garnish just before serving. You can also make the whole tart a day before!

How to garnish a no-bake chocolate tart?

You can dress up a salted chocolate orange tart any way you want. I chose berries, candied oranges, golden dragees, and more orange zest to give it color. Edible flowers, whipped cream, orange slices, or even a sprinkle of sea salt look beautiful.

Can I make the chocolate and orange tart in a smaller pan?

You can use the recipe to make individual desserts using 3-inch pans like I did for my granola breakfast tart recipe.

This recipe was originally posted in Feb'2019. It has now been retested and updated with new images and text.

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Half the joy of cooking is sharing it with others. That’s why I’m always eager to hear from you. So go right ahead & drop a comment or reach out on Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, or Facebook. I hope you love this chocolate orange tart as much as we do!

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chocolate orange tart garnished with berries, orange zest, candied oranges on a white napkin.

Chocolate Orange Tart

Natasha Minocha
Chocolate Orange Tart - A no-bake treat, so rich, creamy, and decadent that you won't even notice it's refined sugar-free, and vegan!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 25 minutes mins
Setting Time 6 hours hrs
Total Time 6 hours hrs 25 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Servings
Calories 346 kcal

Ingredients
  

Tart

  • 1.5 cup Oats
  • 1/2 cup Puffed rice
  • 1/4 cup Walnuts
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp Sea salt
  • 3-4 tbsp Maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Coconut oil, melted

Filling

  • 1.5 cup Dairy free chocolate or Dark chocolate (70%)
  • 1/2 cup Coconut milk
  • Zest of one full orange
  • 1/4 tsp Sea salt

Instructions
 

Tart

  • Keep a 6-inch tart pan with removable base ready.
  • Combine oats, puffed rice, walnuts, cocoa powder in a food processor. Pulse till the mixture looks like semi-fine crumbs.
  • Add 3 tbsp of maple syrup and the melted coconut oil. Pulse again till combined. You should get a sticky dough. Taste and adjust for sweetness.
  • Press evenly into the tart pan. Refrigerate.

Filling

  • Heat the coconut milk in a saucepan till it comes to a gentle simmer. Add the chocolate. Let it stand for a minute. Mix well till all chocolate is melted and is smooth and shiny.
  • Stir in the orange zest. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes before pouring into the prepared tart base. Sprinkle the sea salt on top.
  • Refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight until the filling is completely set.
  • Garnish with berries, candied oranges, and more orange zest. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

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Notes

  • Use your hands to press the no-bake chocolate orange tart crust firmly. Make sure the crumbs cover the side of the tin too.
  • If using a chocolate bar, chop or break it before pouring the warm coconut milk over it. It will melt faster.
  • Smoothen the top of the chocolate orange filling before you set it to chill. Use a toothpick to get rid of air bubbles.
  • Use a tart pan with a removable base. If you don't have one, line the bottom of your pan with parchment paper. That will help you remove the chilled tart easily.
  • Allow the no-bake crust to set in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. You can also make the crust a day before. Keep it refrigerated.
  • Make sure the chocolate ganache has ample time to set. I like to keep it refrigerated overnight.
  • Let the chocolate tart come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 346kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 121mgPotassium: 112mgFiber: 5gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Sonia says

    February 14, 2025 at 10:08 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely love this - what an amazing idea! I love the addition of puffed rice for that extra crunch. Thank you for this!!

    Reply
  2. Carrie Pankratz says

    February 14, 2025 at 3:18 am

    5 stars
    Chocolate and orange are my favorite together. This rich dessert is perfect and I love that it doesn't use refined sugar. I can't wait to share this with my gluten and dairy-free friends!

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      February 14, 2025 at 11:17 am

      Thank you so much Carrie! So happy you like this recipe! xx

      Reply
  3. Catherine poitras says

    February 12, 2025 at 11:07 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this Chocolate Orange Tart and it is absolutely divine! The rich, velvety chocolate combined with the bright, zesty orange creates an explosion of flavors that’s both decadent and refreshing.

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      February 13, 2025 at 10:11 am

      Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Catherine! So thrilled you enjoyed this tart! xx

      Reply
  4. Yati Tandon says

    February 06, 2025 at 8:02 am

    Can we skip coconut mill and use Heavy whipping cream?

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      February 06, 2025 at 5:50 pm

      Yes absolutely! It will give you a richer tart, but yes you can absolutely use it:)

      Reply
  5. Natasha Minocha says

    February 05, 2025 at 5:11 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a fun and easy tart to make! And everyone LOVES it!

    Reply
  6. Preeti Agarwal says

    April 13, 2022 at 11:17 pm

    Hey! Is there any alternative of date syrup?

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      April 15, 2022 at 9:46 am

      Hi Preeti, you could try maple syrup instead.

      Reply
  7. Shamani says

    February 22, 2021 at 8:51 pm

    Hi,
    What could I use instead of oats please? Unfortunately I can't have oats either in addition to gluten and dairy

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      February 22, 2021 at 10:27 pm

      Hi Shamani! I have not tried any alternative to oats in this recipe, but you could try a mixture of almond meal and glutenfree flakes like quinoa/millet flakes. Also, you could try a different tart base using crushed glutenfree cookies & a vegan fat. Hope it goes well!

      Reply
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