Cherry Tartlets
Cherry Tartlets are a delightful dessert that features sweet-tart cherries nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect for any occasion, these mini tarts evoke cherished memories and warm feelings with every bite. Easy to make, they are sure to impress your family and friends while adding a splash of vibrant color to your dessert table. Enjoy them warm or cold, with or without a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2–3 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in the chilled butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water until the dough forms. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the cherry filling by mixing pitted cherries with sugar and vanilla extract.
- Roll out the dough to 1/8 inch thick and cut circles for tartlet pans.
- Press dough into pans, fill with cherry mixture, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cherry tartlet (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating almond extract into the cherry filling. Swap cherries for other fruits like blueberries or peaches for seasonal variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat in a low oven.