These mini pumpkin tarts are a delightful dessert perfect for fall gatherings and holiday celebrations. With a creamy pumpkin filling nestled in a flaky crust, they offer a bite-sized treat that everyone will love.
This Mini Pumpkin Tarts Recipe is straightforward and requires basic baking skills, making it accessible for home bakers. You can easily prepare these tarts ahead of time for your next dessert occasion.
Easy Mini Pumpkin Tarts Recipe
These mini tarts feature a spiced pumpkin filling made with pureed pumpkin, eggs, and warm spices, all baked in a buttery crust. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields 12 mini tarts.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pie crust or tart shell dough
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Crust: Roll out the pie crust and cut it into circles to fit mini tart pans. Press the dough into the pans and trim any excess.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Fill the Tarts: Pour the pumpkin filling into each prepared tart shell, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Place the tarts in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the tarts to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the pans. Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 mini tarts
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
