Best 2 Cream Cheese Tarts Paula Deen Recipes

Welcome to the world of delectable cream cheese tarts, where flavors dance on your tongue and memories are made with every bite. Join us as we embark on a culinary journey to discover the best cream cheese tart recipe inspired by the legendary Paula Deen, known for her Southern charm and exceptional cooking skills. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating this classic dessert, filled with velvety smooth cream cheese and a flaky, buttery crust. Get ready to indulge in a timeless treat that will impress your friends and family, leaving them craving for more.

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CREAM CHEESE TARTS (PAULA DEEN)

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A wonderful little cheesecake for a dessert buffet. It is incredibly easy to make and looks and tastes very impressive. I saw Paula Deen make them on FoodTV and I couldn't wait to try them myself. Use canned pie filling, fresh fruit or use your imagination!

Provided by SharleneW

Categories Cheesecake

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 eggs
12 vanilla wafers
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling (or whatever else suits your fancy) or 1 (21 ounce) can blueberry pie filling (or whatever else suits your fancy)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Place a paper cupcake liner in each cup (12 total) of muffin pan.
Beat cream cheese with electric mixer until fluffy. Add sugar and vanilla, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
Place a vanilla wafer FLAT side down, in each muffin cup. Spoon cream cheese mixture over wafers filling each to about 1/4 inch from top of paper.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Allow tarts to cool completely before filling. When you remove the tarts from the oven, they will be puffed up, but as they cool, the center will sink, creating the perfect well to fill with a couple of spoonfuls of your favorite filling.
Chill thoroughly before serving.

PAULA DEEN'S CHEESY TOMATO TARTLETS

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Delicious, savory little tarts, with a delicious cheese and tomato topping. I don't know what it is about oven-roasted tomatoes that I just LOVE. From the Nov 09 issue of Good Housekeeping

Provided by Lightly Toasted

Categories Brunch

Time 44m

Yield 20 tartlets, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1/4 cup grated white cheddar cheese
4 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4 in thick slices
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh thyme sprig

Steps:

On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry.
Cut out 2 inch rounds, using biscuit cutter or glass.
Place dough circles on ungreased baking sheet, pricking surface with fork.
Sprinkle each circle with cheddar, and top with a tomato slice.
Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper (tomatoes MUST have salt and pepper, of course!).
Sprinkle each with a heaping teaspoon of parmesan cheese.
Bake 24 minutes or until pastry is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Garnish with thyme leaves.

Tips:

Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before you start. This will make it easier to mix and will help to prevent lumps.
Use high-quality cream cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your tarts.
Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can make the filling tough and grainy.
Bake the tarts until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. Overbaking can dry out the tarts.
Let the tarts cool completely before serving. This will help them to set and will make them easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Cream cheese tarts are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of crust and filling options, you can customize these tarts to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these cream cheese tarts a try!