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    Home » Recipes » Pies, Tarts and Pastries

    Baileys Chocolate Tart - Ultimate Baileys Irish Cream Dessert

    Published: Mar 9, 2022 · Modified: Sep 8, 2022 by Liz Mincin · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Post sponsored by: Barnabas Gold

    The ultimate Baileys chocolate tart packed with Baileys Irish Cream liquor in all the layers of this elegant but easy dessert dish. Top off with a touch of gold flake for an elegant finish, perfect for a special occasion.

    Baileys chocolate tart with slices cut and one laid on its side to show layers in dessert.

    Ingredients

    This recipe can be divided into three main layers: a Baileys Dark Chocolate Tart, a white chocolate ganache with Baileys, and Baileys cocoa whipped cream.

    For Baileys and Dark Chocolate Tart Layer

    • Heavy cream - in some countries this will be heavy whipping cream or double cream. You are essentially looking for a heavy full fat pourable cream that you would use for homemade whipped cream.
    • Baileys Irish Cream Liquor - the star of the show throughout this tart!
    • Dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped solid chocolate - I recommend using dark or semi-sweet here, but you could also use milk chocolate if that is preferred.
    • Sugar - either superfine granulated or caster sugar.
    • Salt
    • Egg
    Ingredients for dark chocolate and Baileys tart filling.

    For the Baileys and White Chocolate Ganache

    This boozy white chocolate ganache is just two ingredients:

    • Baileys Irish Cream Liquor - yes, that's right, more Baileys!
    • White chocolate - either chips or finely chopped solid white chocolate.
    Ingredients for easy two ingredient Baileys white chocolate ganache.

    For the Baileys Chocolate Whipped Cream Topping

    To top it all off, a few dollops of Baileys whipped cream help to lighten the richness of the rest of the tart. You'll need:

    • Heavy cream - as in the tart filling, you'll want more heavy whipping cream or double cream.
    • Baileys Irish Cream Liquor - just in case there wasn't enough Baileys, add a splash more!
    • Cocoa powder - I recommend using dutch-processed here.
    • Powdered sugar - or confectioners sugar or icing sugar.
    Ingredients for Baileys chocolate whipped cream.

    How to Make Chocolate Ganache Tart

    This chocolate ganache tart with Baileys is far easier than you might think. Despite the multiple layers, the processes are very straightforward and the final product will be showstoppingly elegant with little effort!

    You'll first want to have a tart shell ready. You can make your own - I recommend this chocolate shortcrust pastry with this tart. Blind bake as directed in the recipe before filling and following the instructions below.

    You could also make this Baileys chocolate tart with Biscoff crust using this Lotus Biscoff base recipe or try an Oreo crust. Alternatively, you can use a store-bought crust - for this recipe, I recommend an 8" or 9" prepared pie shell or tart shell.

    Layer 1: Dark Chocolate Tart Filling with Baileys

    The first layer is a decadent dark chocolate filling with a dose of Baileys cream.

    Begin by mixing together the cream and Baileys in a small saucepan until this is simmering. Some quick tips:

    • Ensure the mixture is well heated by simmering for about 2 minutes.
    • Take care to avoid boiling and stir occasionally so that a skin doesn't develop on the surface.

    After simmering the creams, remove from the heat and add the chocolate, sugar and salt, stirring until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth. Then add a lightly beaten egg and stir again until smooth. The egg will immediately thicken the mixture and it will become almost gelatinous in texture. Pour this into the prepared pie shell and bake for about 10-15 minutes until the chocolate layer is set.

    Chocolate tart filling in saucepan after adding the egg and stirring to smooth.
    Adding glossy chocolate tart filling to prepared chocolate shortcrust pastry shell.

    Remove from the oven and let cool.

    Layer 2: Baileys White Chocolate Ganache

    White chocolate ganache can be difficult to make as white chocolate has significantly less cocoa solid and therefore does not set firmly with the same ratios as traditional chocolate ganache. You will therefore notice the ratio of chocolate to cream (in this case Baileys) is higher to help this set more firmly.

    The process is otherwise exactly the same as any ganache - heat the cream until well simmering and pour over finely chopped chocolate. Let this sit for a couple of minutes and then stir until smooth.

    The Baileys white chocolate ganache will appear quite runny, but it will set up when chilled. Pour this over the chocolate tart layer and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to cool and set.

    White chocolate ganache layer poured onto dark chocolate tart in chocolate shortcrust shell.

    Layer 3: Baileys Cocoa Whipped Cream

    What's better than Baileys whipped cream? Baileys and cocoa whipped cream! This is a quick and easy upgrade to a standard whipped cream - simply add all ingredients to a mixing bowl and beat with a handheld electric beater or whisk until you've reached a stable stiff peak.

    Whipped Baileys cocoa cream in mixing bowl.

    Try to avoid overbeating as this will result in a separated cream that is unpleasantly stiff (moving towards butter).

    Pipe around the edge of your tart or dollop and spread over the top.

    Barnabas Gold Flakes

    In the interest of full transparency, I was gifted some edible Barnabas Gold Flakes recently and used them in the decoration for this tart.

    To get the same glitzy finish for your Baileys Chocolate Tart I can firmly recommend these edible gold flakes - they were easy to use and came with bamboo tweezers that made handling the delicate flaked leaf much simpler than trying to use your hands or other utensils.

    The gold flakes also hold up well in the refrigerator - if you've made your tart ahead, you can finish it off (decoration and all) without worry.

    Adding gold flakes as a decorative finish to tart with bamboo tweezers.

    FAQs

    How long does Baileys tart keep?

    This decadent chocolate tart made with Baileys Irish Cream can last for several days and is actually a great make ahead showstopper. The tart will keep for about 3 days in the refrigerator, fully assembled (including the whipped cream and gold flakes).

    Can I make chocolate tart with Baileys?

    Absolutely! This recipe will help you make the ultimate Baileys tart with Irish cream liquor packed into every layer. An elegant dessert, sure to be a delicious centrepiece for any occasion.

    Is there alcohol in this Baileys tart?

    Yes, this tart includes a good amount of Baileys Irish cream liquor which is an alcoholic beverage. With the exception of the whipped cream, the alcohol content should be baked out of the tart and ganache. The topping, however, is not cooked and will be boozy.

    Looking for some showstopping desserts? Try one of these:

    • No Bake Baileys Cheesecake
    • Biscoff Cheesecake
    • Suspiro de limeña Tart
    • Chocolate Walnut Cake
    Baileys chocolate tart with slices cut and one laid on its side to show layers in dessert.

    Baileys Chocolate Tart

    Liz Mincin
    The ultimate chocolate tart made with Baileys Irish cream whisky. This triple chocolate tart has an easy chocolate shortcrust pastry shell, decadent dark chocolate Bailey's filling and white chocolate Baileys top. Adorned with Bailey's whipped cream and gold flakes for an elegant finishing touch.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Cooling and Chilling 3 hrs
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, Irish
    Servings 16 slices
    Calories 273 kcal

    Equipment

    • hand held electric beater
    • large mixing bowl
    • Small saucepan

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 quantity chocolate shortcrust pastry the recipe here works well or you can use any prepared pie crust (including Oreo crust, Biscoff crust, blind baked all-butter pie crust or similar).

    Ingredients for Baileys Dark Chocolate Tart Filling

    • ½ cup heavy whipping cream or double cream
    • ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream
    • 4 oz dark chocolate chips or chopped solid chocolate
    • 1 tablespoon superfine granulated sugar or caster sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 egg

    Ingredients for Baileys White Chocolate Ganache

    • ½ cup Baileys Irish Cream
    • 6 oz white chocolate chips or finely chopped solid white chocolate

    Ingredients for Baileys Cocoa Whipped Cream

    • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
    • ½ tablespoon cocoa powder dutch processed
    • ½ tablespoon powdered sugar or confectioners sugar or icing sugar
    • 1 tablespoon Baileys Irish Cream

    Instructions
     

    • Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (165C/145C Fan). (see note)

    Instructions for Baileys Dark Chocolate Tart Filling

    • In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream and Baileys for about 10 minutes on a medium heat, until simmering.
    • Remove from the heat and add the dark chocolate chips, sugar and salt, stirring until the chocolate is melted and mixture smooth.
    • In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg before adding this to the saucepan and whisking until incorporated.
    • Pour this Baileys dark chocolate tart filling in the blind baked tart shell and bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes until set.
    • Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool while you prepare the white chocolate ganache layer.

    Instructions for Baileys White Chocolate Ganache

    • In order to make the ganache, heat the Baileys in a small saucepan until simmering. Allow this to simmer for 2 minutes.
    • Next, pour the hot cream over the chopped white chocolate in a heat proof bowl and allow to sit for 2 minutes.
    • After 2 minutes, stir the ganache together until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
    • Pour the Baileys white chocolate ganache over the layer of Baileys dark chocolate in the tart.
    • Place in the refrigerator until chilled and the ganache is solid (at least 2 hours or overnight).

    Notes

    If making this recipe with the chocolate shortcrust pastry recipe suggested, follow the instructions for blind baking the crust (30 minutes at 350°F with pastry lined and weighted, followed by 5 minutes without lining and weights) then lower the oven to 325°F for baking with the filling in this recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 273kcalCarbohydrates: 24.8gProtein: 3.4gFat: 16.6gSaturated Fat: 10.3gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 111mgPotassium: 103mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 15.2gCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Katherine Pike

      March 17, 2023 at 7:38 pm

      I am in the middle of making this and the white ganache says heat heavy cream and baily's but no measurment for heavy cream--ugh

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      • Liz Mincin

        March 18, 2023 at 3:55 pm

        Oh no!! I am so so sorry - there is no heavy cream in the ganache for this recipe - it is just Baileys (which is why there is no measurement). Apologies for the typo!

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