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Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream

Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream

Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream are a delightful dessert that combines buttery pastry shells with rich homemade pastry cream and vibrant fresh fruit. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, from elegant tea parties to casual family gatherings. Their appealing colors and luscious flavors will surely impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth. Easy to make and customizable with seasonal fruits, these mini tarts offer a refreshing twist on traditional desserts. Prepare the tart shells ahead of time for an effortless assembly on serving day.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 mini tarts 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
  • 2 cups Flour
  • 1 3/4 cups Milk
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 5 Egg yolks
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp Cornstarch
  • Strawberries
  • Blueberries
  • 1 tbsp Apricot jam
  • 1/2 tsp Water

Instructions

  1. Make the tart dough by mixing flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a food processor. Add cold butter and blend until pea-sized pieces form.
  2. Incorporate an egg and vanilla extract until a dough forms; avoid overmixing.
  3. Chill the dough wrapped in plastic for at least an hour.
  4. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and cut into rounds for mini tart pans.
  5. Shape the rounds into tart shells and freeze for 20 minutes before baking at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Prepare the pastry cream by whisking together milk, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and egg yolks in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Stir in vanilla extract.
  7. Fill cooled tart shells with pastry cream and top with fresh fruit mixed with apricot jam and water for glaze.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Various

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini tart (45g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Customize your tarts with any seasonal fruits like kiwi or peaches. Chill the filled tarts before serving to enhance flavors.

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