Strawberry Frosted Pastry Tarts
Strawberry Frosted Pastry Tarts are a delightful treat that combines flaky pastry with a sweet strawberry filling, topped with creamy frosting. Perfect for brunches, picnics, or cozy afternoons at home, these tarts are not only easy to make but also visually stunning. With customizable fillings and a delicious flavor combination, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. Indulge in these pastries and bring the taste of summer right to your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into rectangles or circles.
- In a bowl, mix chopped strawberries with sugar and vanilla extract. Place a spoonful of the mixture on half of each pastry shape.
- Fold the pastry over and seal edges with a fork. Poke holes on top for steam to escape.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, whip powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth for frosting. Adjust consistency as needed.
- Allow tarts to cool before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor. Feel free to substitute strawberries with any favorite fruit or berry. For an added twist, incorporate almond extract into the frosting.