Last updated on April 20th, 2026
The Peppermint Crisp Tart is an an easy no-bake South African dessert made with layers of biscuits, caramel and cream. It is a much-loved South African dessert that only requires 4 ingredients.
Everyone gets excited to eat this pudding – who can resist, the decadent combination of caramel, cream and spongy Tennis Biscuits, topped with peppermint chocolate? Not me! If you’ve never made it before, you’re in for a treat. And if you have, you’ll know this is one of those desserts that disappears very quickly.
How to make peppermint crisp tart
- Mix caramel
- Mix cream
- Combine caramel and cream
- Layer biscuits in a dish
- Spread mixture over the biscuits
- Repeat layers
- Sprinkle with chopped peppermint crisp
- Chill for several hours until set
One would expect such a delicious tasting tart to take time to be that good. But no, it gets 100 pudding points for being quick and easy to make too! Literally anyone could whip this sweet treat up in 10 minutes flat with a tea break in between!
Peppermint Crisp FAQs
What exactly is Peppermint Crisp tart?
Peppermint Crisp tart is a classic South African fridge dessert made with layers of tennis biscuits, whipped cream, caramel treat, and grated peppermint crisp chocolate. It’s served cold and has a soft, creamy texture with just the right amount of sponge from the biscuits.
What Ingredients do you need for Peppermint Crisp Tart?
- Peppermint Crisp Chocolate bars – You really only need two but I suggest a third for nibbling on so as to not eat into your actual supplies.
- Caramel Treat – just 1 can
- Orley Whip or Whipping Cream – We need 500ml in total so I just usually buy 2 bottles of Orley whip which seems far more relaible and easier and quicker to whip into stiff peaks than whipping cream.
- Tennis Biscuits – 2 packets although you will have a few leftover
How do you make Peppermint Crisp Tart? The basic process:
- Mix the caramel until smooth (large bowl)
- Beat the Orley Whip / Cream (another large bowl) until soft peaks form.
- Fold Orley Whip / Cream into caramel mixture.
- Layer the Tennis biscuits in a rectangular dish with the Orley Whip (or Cream) mixture.
- Sprinkle peppermint crisp on top.
- Place in fridge to set for 2-3 hours or longer if possible
Can you freeze peppermint crisp tart?
Yes you can freeze peppermint crisp tart and it is a popular method to turn this dessert into a frozen, fudgy, ice cream-like treat. Yummy!!
How long does it last in the fridge?
Up to 3 days, covered but generally it doesn’t last that long, as in, people will scuffle it down it before then.
Can I make it ahead of time?
Absolutely — it’s actually better when made the day before.
How to store peppermint crisp tart
Keep covered in the fridge and serve chilled. Avoid leaving it out for too long as the cream will soften.
How do you Make a smaller version of this tart?
Easy, just reduce the quantities slightly. Use 1 carton of cream or orley whip (250ml) plus half a tin of caramel treat and one pack of tennis biscuits – this will still feed 4 people easily!!! Also, use a smaller dish.
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Tips for making THE BEST peppermint crisp tart
- Chill for 5-6 hours if you can — but 2-3 hours is still okay
- Don’t overwhip the cream — keep it soft and airy
- Mix the caramel treat until smooth before adding the cream
- Use a glass dish so you can see the layers (always looks impressive)
- Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving for the perfect texture
Variations to try
- Add a layer of crushed peppermint crisp between layers for extra crunch
- Use chocolate biscuits instead of tennis biscuits
- Add a drizzle of melted chocolate on top for a richer version
Ingredients for Peppermint Crisp Tart!
What to Serve with Peppermint Crisp Pudding?
You can serve it as is or you could serve with a little vanilla ice-cream but honestly it is perfect as is!
If you make this, I’d love to hear how it turned out — or what little twist you added. Every family seems to have their own version of this one!
If you loved this South African dessert then you will also love:
Milk Tart (another South African classic)
Malva Pudding
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Peppermint Crisp Tart
Prep Time: 15 minutes- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 1 tart 1x
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A quick and absolutely delicious, decadent dessert that never fails to please!
Ingredients
- 2 packets of Tennis biscuits
- 2 sachets of Orley Whip or 500ml cream
- 1 tin caramel
- peppermint crisp chocolate
Instructions
- Beat the Orley Whip / cream.
- Mix in the caramel.
- Layer the Tennis biscuits and the Orley Whip mixture.
- Sprinkle peppermint crisp on top.
- Place in fridge to set for 2-3 hours or longer.
So quick. So Easy. Simply sublime!
Hi Amanda, yes this is an absolute South African favourite and a definite winner when you are short on time.
This is one of my favourite desserts becuase fo the pepperment crisp!!! =D
Delicious and so easy to make!
One of my family favorites, just one problem:
Serves (8 – 10) NOT IN MY HOUSE! I’m allowed one slice and then dad and the kids grab a spoon and pig out!
Thanks for publishing the recipe!
I live in Australia and made this for our Master Cook competition at work. They absolutely loved it. So many people have asked for the recipe and they can not believe how easy it is.
very simple and easy. I dont have a sweet tooth so what i do to make it less sweet is, I’ll make lemon jelly, let it set, then add it to the cream/caramel mixture. It makes the recipe light and fluffy as well. Just another way to make it if you dont like the richness of the pudding, but if you do then skip the lemon jelly!
Wow…. I thought it was much more complicated to make. Phew! Lovwe it though. Rich, creamy, but not too rich or creamy. The perfect combo. And yes. It IS a winner here in S.A ………………..
Have just made this and it is setting in the fridge now. It looks wonderful and the caramel cream combo tasted lovely, so I am sure its going to be a hit with the family tonight, and its so easy! Thanks for a great recipe.
my fav! Had no idea it was so easy to make, will b making two today! Yum yum 🙂
It”s fattening ! But the boys luv it! 🙂 lol
I add cream on top and then the peppermint crisp with flake – awesome & added a bit of caramel liquour
I’m a 20 year old girl who loves to cook, this recipe was just DEVINE! it was very easy to make and it felt like I was making it the hundreth time even though it was my 1st time, however I altered the recipe a bit by making a crushed tennis biscuit nd butter for the base, very rich but delightful thank you!
try adding a bit of peppermint essence, you will be surprised at how nice this makes the pudding
is this recipes in book form or just on the internet
Hi MaryAnne, no book yet, just on the internet!
The caramel = caramel condensed milk
It’s caramel in a tin, its definitely not condensed milk as it is much thicker than that.
With a sweet tooth like mine, i won’t even get a chance to put the orley whip mixture into the dish, as i will have eaten it just like that. 😉
Hi there
I making this soon, but wanted to know if the cream needed to be beaten with an electrical beater or can it be manually beaten with a fork? Any help appreciated!
Hi Rebecca, I beat the cream with an electrical beater as it takes a while before it thickens…hope that helps 🙂
I put choc chip yoghurt in mine then its not so sweet.
Dip the tennis biscuits in lemon juice for a lovely sweet and sour flavour ☺
i know this is a fantastic pudding and have tasted it before. i tried it last night but my cream and caramel topping never thickened and the biscuits also remained dry. Ileft it in the fridge overnight to set and this morning was still the same :(. did i do anything wrong
Thamk you for this great recipe. it is mysons favorite since he was a small boy and he’s granny use to make it but after she passed away there was none! So, as a suprise for his 21, I am suprising him with it. Thanx xo much.
Which cream is this? Is it a Dessert cream or fresh cream ?
Hi Gugu, use fresh or long-life cream although sometimes the fresh cream cartons say “Dessert Cream” – very confusing I know but any resh cream should do! 🙂
For the south Africans living in Australia who don’t have access to orley whip I beat 600ml of thickened cream and one can or caramel treat, add a few drops of peppermint essence and stir in the broken bits of peppermint crisp. Layer tennis biscuits or arnotts nice biscuits and the caramel mix starting with the biscuits and finishing with the cream mix. Sprinkle crushed peppermint crisp on the top and refridgerate overnight to set. THis is traditionally made by my family at Christmas in addition to trifle but I make it through the year as a treat. It is very rich. Enjoy
Hi. I’ve been looking for a peppermint crisp tart recipe for so long.I finally discovered this website and printed the recipe immediately.Is so easy to make. Thank you so so so much. I L O V V V V E IT.
Hey this is divine but my man doesn’t like sweet stuff so l added caramel essence instead of caramel treat
WOW!!! ive just made it for my boys and its setting. So quick and really a no brainer but how mouthwatering! i love it! yummmmmmmm!
Hi,
I love this tart a lot. I see the Caramel sauce has been discontinued. What can I replace it with?
Regards
Can I serve this with snything
I have been making this recipe every X-mas for the last couple of years as its such a hit. I take all the credit even though the recipe is soooo easy. Thanks. x
It’s a really delicious dessert to share with family&friends over the festive season and really easy to make love it serve with strawberries!!!!
Hi Louise , do i crush the biscuits in butter first , or do i just lay them as is
You lay them whole
This has just made it’s entrance to the Christmas lunch…. Absolutely loved it.
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My daughter is making this at school how many packs of peppermint crisp does it need I bought 2 I’m hoping it’s only one so I can eat the other one lol
My daughter is making this at school how many packs of peppermint crisp does it need I bought 2 I’m hoping it’s only one so I can eat the other one lol easy too make too
How long do you dose it need to set in the fridge?