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Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream

Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream

Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream are the perfect sweet treat for any gathering, combining a buttery, flaky crust with rich, velvety pastry cream and a vibrant assortment of fresh fruit. These delightful bite-sized desserts not only look stunning on any table but also offer a delicious balance of flavors that will impress your guests. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting an afternoon tea, or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these mini tarts are sure to be a hit. With their customizable nature, you can easily adapt the toppings to feature your favorite seasonal fruits. Plus, they’re surprisingly easy to make, making them an ideal project for both novice and experienced bakers alike.

  • 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 all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups milk
  • 5 egg yolks
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt (for pastry cream)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • Fresh fruit for topping (e.g., strawberries, blueberries)

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
  2. Add cold cubed butter and blend until pea-sized pieces form.
  3. Mix in the egg and vanilla until just combined.
  4. Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least one hour.
  5. Roll dough on a floured surface and cut into rounds to fit mini tart pans.
  6. Dock the crusts with a fork and freeze for 20 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Prepare pastry cream by heating milk and whisking together yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt; combine when thickened.
  9. Fill cooled tart shells with pastry cream and top with fresh fruit.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini tart (50g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Use seasonal fruits for freshness and variety in flavor. Make the pastry cream ahead of time; it can be refrigerated for easy assembly later.