MINI LEMON CHEESECAKE TARTS

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Dainty and light, these tartlets feature two of my favorites -lemon and cheesecake -in one yummy morsel. They look lovely topped with fresh raspberries, but sliced strawberries are just as pretty and delicious. -Gwyn Brandt, Hibbing, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces cream cheese, softened, divided
1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons butter, softened, divided
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup water
2 drops yellow food coloring
Fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat 3 ounces cream cheese, 1/2 cup butter and lemon zest until blended. Gradually add flour, mix well. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until firm., Preheat oven to 325°. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; press onto the bottom and up sides of 24 ungreased mini muffin cups., For filling, in a small bowl, beat 1/2 cup sugar and remaining cream cheese until smooth. Beat in 1 teaspoon lemon juice and vanilla. Add egg; beat on low speed just until blended. Fill cups half full with cream cheese mixture. Bake 18-22 minutes or until set. Carefully run a knife around tarts to loosen from pan. Cool in pans on wire racks., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and remaining sugar; whisk in water. Bring to boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; gently stir in food coloring and remaining lemon juice and butter. Cool to room temperature., Remove cooled tarts from pans. Spoon on topping; top with raspberries. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Maureen Maina
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I'm not a baker, so I had some trouble making these tarts.


Khadija Sh9
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These tarts are a bit time-consuming to make.


ally Ikram
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I love the lemon flavor in these tarts.


Lain G Lain
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These tarts are so cute!


Sakriye Cabdi
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these tarts without any problems.


Faraja Juma
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These tarts are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth it.


samuel cobbinah
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I love the lemon flavor in these tarts. It's not too overpowering.


Mani g
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These tarts are so cute! They're the perfect size for a party.


MD Joshim Uddin
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these tarts without any problems. They're really easy to follow.


TaroLetsPlay
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These tarts are the perfect dessert for a summer party. They're light and refreshing.


Raheel Shah
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I made these tarts for a bake sale and they sold out in no time. Everyone loved them!


Shabana Akhtar
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These tarts are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth it. They're so delicious!


Saad Ali007star
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but these tarts were surprisingly good. The lemon flavor is not too overpowering.


Kleo Ndamwena
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These tarts are the perfect size for a party. They're also really easy to transport.


Leallie Murray
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I love how easy these tarts are to make. I've made them several times now and they always turn out great.


Sally Chuhwak
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These mini lemon cheesecake tarts were a huge hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.