Are you ready to impress your friends and family with a delightful dessert? These Mini Strawberry Tarts are the perfect treat for any occasion. Bursting with fresh strawberries and creamy filling, they are as beautiful as they are delicious. You won’t need to be a professional baker to make these scrumptious tarts; they’re simpler than you think!
Each mini tart is a delightful morsel of sweetness, featuring a buttery crust that crumbles beautifully in your mouth. The vibrant strawberries on top add a pop of color and a burst of flavor that makes these treats irresistible. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a sweet finish to a dinner party, these Mini Strawberry Tarts are sure to be a hit!
The Ultimate Mini Strawberry Tarts to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
These Mini Strawberry Tarts are a sweet indulgence made with a crisp, flaky pastry shell filled with a luscious cream cheese mixture and topped with juicy, fresh strawberries. They offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors, making them a perfect dessert for any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon apricot preserves (optional, for glaze)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of mini tart pans. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden. Let them cool.
- Prepare the Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Assemble the Tarts: Once the tart shells have cooled, fill each with the cream cheese mixture. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the filling in a decorative pattern.
- Optional Glaze: If desired, heat the apricot preserves in a small saucepan until melted. Brush over the strawberries for a shiny finish.
- Serve: Chill the tarts in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if you like.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 mini tarts
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
