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Mini strawberry tartlets topped with fresh strawberries and creamy filling.

Mini Strawberry Tartlets

These delightful Mini Strawberry Tartlets are a heartwarming dessert made with a creamy pastry and fresh strawberries, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 mini tartlets
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tartlet Shells
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Helps control salt
  • 1 large egg yolk
For the Pastry Cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
For Topping
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced Choose ripe strawberries for the best flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to warm up your kitchen for baking.
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour and powdered sugar. It should feel sandy.
  3. Add the softened butter and egg yolk. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
  4. Press the dough into mini tartlet pans. You want a thin layer that fits snugly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges turn golden and the kitchen fills with a buttery aroma.
Making the Pastry Cream
  1. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla over medium heat.
  2. Cook until it thickens, stirring constantly—watch for bubbles!
  3. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool. It will be velvety smooth.
Assembly
  1. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Then, gently fold it into the cooled pastry cream.
  2. Fill each tartlet shell with this fluffy pastry cream, then top with sliced strawberries.
  3. Serve chilled for a refreshing dessert that’s sure to impress!

Notes

Great make-ahead option. Tartlet shells can be made ahead of time. Remember to cool the pastry cream completely to avoid soupy tartlets.