Mini Fruit Tarts
Mini Fruit Tarts are a delightful treat that combines a crisp tart shell, creamy vanilla filling, and vibrant fresh fruit. Perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to elegant gatherings, these bite-sized pastries are sure to impress with their beautiful presentation and delicious flavors. With customizable toppings, you can create your ideal combination using seasonal fruits like berries, peaches, or kiwi. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, these mini desserts make for a fun baking project that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 36 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold)
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ½ cup homemade vanilla pudding
- 2 cups assorted fresh fruit (berries, kiwi, grapes, cherries, peaches)
- 2 tablespoons apricot preserves (optional)
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Gradually add milk until the dough forms a ball.
- Portion dough into mini muffin tin wells and press evenly to shape tart shells. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prick each shell's bottom and bake for 13-16 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- Fill cooled shells with vanilla pudding and top with fresh fruit.
- Optionally glaze with melted apricot preserves for added shine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini fruit tart (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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