Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts
Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts are a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess, perfect for any occasion. These no-bake tarts feature a creamy lemon filling nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust, making them both irresistible and easy to prepare. Ideal for spring gatherings or summer barbecues, they can be customized with fresh fruits for an extra touch of flavor and elegance. Impress your guests with these charming bite-sized desserts that not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Makes about 12 mini tarts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh fruit or preserves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until it resembles wet sand. Press the mixture into muffin tins or tartlet pans.
- For the filling, beat together cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth. In another bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spoon the filling into each crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Garnish with fresh fruit or preserves before serving chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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