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Mini Peach Cream Cheese Tarts

Irresistible Mini Peach Cream Cheese Tarts for Summer Bliss

Mini Peach Cream Cheese Tarts are a refreshing dessert that captures summer flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free blend
  • 0.5 cup cold butter cubed; can use vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons sugar brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice adds brightness
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened; can substitute with ricotta
  • 0.5 cup sugar brown sugar adds complexity
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional for straightforward taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice balances sweetness
For the Topping
  • 2 cups fresh peaches drain and pat dry if using canned peaches
  • 1 large egg optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • Mini tart pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour and ½ cup of cold, cubed butter. Blend until coarse crumbs. Mix in 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Press into mini tart pans and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, ½ cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Spread cream cheese mixture over chilled crusts. Slice fresh peaches and arrange on top.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is set.
  5. Cool slightly, then transfer to a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use ripe peaches for the best flavor. Chill the crust before baking for flakiness. Avoid overmixing the filling to prevent cracks during baking.

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