Description
Delightful Berry Tartlets featuring a crisp, buttery pastry shell filled with luscious whipped cream and topped with a vibrant medley of fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. This light and elegant dessert is perfect for gatherings and showcases the fresh flavors of summer berries paired with a creamy vanilla-infused filling.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry Dough
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted cold butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Filling and Topping
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Pastry Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour and ¼ cup granulated sugar. Cut in ½ cup unsalted cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the crumbly dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This helps firm the butter and prevents dough shrinkage during baking.
- Preheat Oven and Roll Out Dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough out to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut the dough into circles that will fit neatly into muffin tins.
- Shape and Bake Tart Shells: Press each dough circle gently into individual muffin tin cups, ensuring the edges are smooth. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry shells are golden brown. Remove from oven and let them cool completely in the tins before removing.
- Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until soft peaks form, meaning the cream holds peaks that gently fold over.
- Assemble Tartlets: Spoon or pipe the whipped cream into the cooled pastry shells. Top generously with a mixture of fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries for a colorful and flavorful finish.
Notes
- Use cold butter for the pastry to ensure a flaky crust.
- Chilling the dough is essential to prevent shrinkage and improve texture.
- The whipped cream is best served fresh; assemble tartlets shortly before serving.
- You can substitute berries based on seasonality or preference.
- For added flavor, zest a little lemon into the whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
