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Mini Fruit Tarts

Mini Fruit Tarts: A Fun & Easy Dessert Everyone Will Love

Mini Fruit Tarts are delightful bite-sized desserts topped with fruit, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure accurately for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the crust rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Provides extra lift.
  • 1/2 cup Butter, softened Adds richness.
  • 3/4 cup White Sugar Sweetens the crust.
  • 1 each Egg Yolk Acts as a binder.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 1 block (8oz) Cream Cheese, softened At room temperature.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice Adds brightness.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest For additional freshness.
For the Topping
  • Fresh Fruit Suggestions: strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and oranges.

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand Mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Mini-Muffin Tin and preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream softened butter and white sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add egg yolk and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix on low speed until combined.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder, then gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Portion the dough into 1.5-inch balls and roll them into smooth balls.
  6. Place a dough ball in each muffin tin well and press down to form a cup shape.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are light golden brown; remove and cool completely.
  8. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until thick and smooth, then mix in lemon juice and zest.
  9. Pipe or spread cream cheese filling into cooled tart shells.
  10. Top each filled tart with fresh fruit and arrange them artfully.
  11. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Softened butter is key for fluffy dough. Avoid overmixing the dough and cool crusts completely before removing them.

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