These Banana Cream Tartlets are a delightful dessert that combines a buttery tart shell with a rich banana cream filling. Perfect for any occasion, they are sure to impress your guests with their delicious flavor and elegant presentation.
The recipe is straightforward and utilizes simple ingredients, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced bakers. Enjoy these delightful treats as part of your dessert repertoire.
Delicious Banana Cream Tartlets
These tartlets feature a crisp pastry shell filled with a creamy banana custard and topped with whipped cream. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields 12 tartlets, making it a perfect dessert for gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped for topping
- Chocolate shavings or banana slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Tart Shells: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk and cream, mixing until a dough forms. Press the dough into tartlet pans and prick the bottoms with a fork.
- Bake the Tart Shells: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Prepare the Banana Cream Filling: In a saucepan, combine milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Tartlets: Once the tart shells are cool, layer banana slices in each shell. Pour the custard over the bananas, filling each tartlet. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: Top each tartlet with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or additional banana slices if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 tartlets
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
