Description
Indulge in these delightful Mini Fruit Tarts, a perfect dessert that combines a crisp tart shell with a luscious vanilla filling and an assortment of fresh fruits. These petite pastries are visually stunning and bursting with flavor, making them ideal for any gathering—be it a birthday celebration, holiday party, or a cozy afternoon tea. The vibrant colors of the fruit not only elevate the presentation but also provide a refreshing taste that will satisfy any sweet tooth. With customizable fruit options, you can easily tailor these tarts to suit your preferences, ensuring they are a hit with guests of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, cut into pieces)
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ½ cup homemade vanilla pudding
- 2 cups diced assorted fresh fruit (berries, kiwi, grapes, cherries, peaches)
- 2 tablespoons apricot preserves (optional)
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, salt, and butter. Pulse until it resembles coarse meal. Add milk gradually until the dough forms.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough into a mini muffin tin. Press evenly across the bottoms and 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 completely on a wire rack.
- Fill cooled shells with vanilla pudding and top generously with fresh fruit.
- Optional: For shine, mix apricot preserves with water and brush over the fruit.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (40g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg