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Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream

Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream
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Mini Fruit Tarts With Pastry Cream are a delightful dessert that combines the richness of creamy pastry filling with the freshness of seasonal fruits. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized treats are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. The buttery tart shells provide a satisfying crunch, while the smooth pastry cream adds a layer of indulgence. Top them off with vibrant fruits like strawberries and blueberries for a colorful presentation that is as appealing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking for a sweet snack at home, these mini tarts are a versatile choice that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup Butter (unsalted, cold)
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Powder 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. In a food processor, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and blend until pea-sized pieces form.
  2. Mix in egg and vanilla until dough forms. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.
  3. Roll out chilled dough and cut into rounds to fit mini tart pans. Transfer rounds into pans and freeze for 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake shells for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool.
  5. For pastry cream, whisk together milk, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
  6. Cool pastry cream completely before filling the tart shells.
  7. Top with fresh fruit and glaze with apricot jam mixed with water.

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