Mini Fruit Tarts

Delightfully elegant and bursting with flavor, these Mini Fruit Tarts are a show-stopping dessert perfect for any occasion. Featuring a buttery, golden tart shell filled with a luscious cream cheese filling, these bite-sized treats are topped with a vibrant assortment of fresh fruit and a glossy apricot glaze for a polished finish. With a balance of textures—from the crisp crust to the creamy interior—and customizable fruit toppings, this recipe is not only visually stunning but also incredibly versatile. Ready in under an hour, these tarts are ideal for parties, brunch spreads, or as a light and refreshing dessert. Make these Mini Fruit Tarts today to impress guests with their gourmet-style presentation and irresistible flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup assorted fresh fruit, sliced (e.g., strawberries, kiwis, blueberries)
• 2 tablespoons apricot jam
• 1 teaspoon water (for thinning the jam)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cubed butter.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, blend the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently just until the dough holds together.

Step 5

Roll the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes to chill.

Step 6

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut circles slightly larger than your mini tart tins.

Step 7

Press each circle into the tart tins and prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking.

Step 8

Bake the shells in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and let them cool completely.

Step 9

In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Gradually add heavy cream and continue to beat until the mixture is fluffy.

Step 11

Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling into each cooled tart shell, filling them about two-thirds full.

Step 12

Arrange the assorted fresh fruit slices on top of the cream cheese filling in your desired pattern.

Step 13

In a small saucepan, gently heat the apricot jam with water over low heat until it becomes thin and smooth.

Step 14

Using a pastry brush, lightly glaze the fruit with the apricot glaze for a shiny finish.

Step 15

Chill the fruit tarts in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to set.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1000.2 grams (1000.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3303

Total Fat 217.60g	279%
Saturated Fat 132.90g	665%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 629mg	210%
Sodium 1391mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 301.80g	110%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 153.80g
Protein 35.20g	70%

Vitamin D 58IU	292%
Calcium 299mg	23%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 655mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 36.5%