Avocado Key Lime Mini Tarts Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes

These Avocado Key Lime Mini Tarts are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining the creamy texture of avocado with the zesty flavor of key lime. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a refreshing treat, these tarts are both delicious and visually appealing.

The recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it easy to whip up a batch for any occasion. Enjoy these mini tarts as a light dessert that will impress your guests.

Refreshing Avocado Key Lime Mini Tarts

These mini tarts feature a buttery crust filled with a smooth avocado key lime filling, offering a unique blend of flavors. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and sets in the refrigerator for a couple of hours, yielding 12 mini tarts.

Ingredients

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 ripe avocados
1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Zest of 1 key lime for garnish
Whipped cream for topping (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a mini tart pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden. Allow to cool.
Make the Filling: In a blender or food processor, combine avocados, key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, and powdered sugar. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Fill the Tarts: Spoon the avocado key lime filling into the cooled tart crusts, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
Chill: Refrigerate the mini tarts for at least 2 hours to set.
Serve: Garnish with key lime zest and whipped cream if desired. Serve chilled.