Description
Delicate little lemon blueberry tartlets showcase zesty citrus paired with sweet summer berries in a buttery, crisp shell. French-inspired pastry chefs would swoon over these elegant miniature desserts that deliver pure Mediterranean sunshine on your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
- 1 package (15 count) frozen phyllo shells
Lemon Components:
- ¼ cup lemon curd
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
Cream and Sweeteners:
- ½ cup chilled whipping cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons powdered sugar (plus more for dusting)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Chill a metal mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for approximately 10 minutes to ensure optimal whipping conditions for the cream.
- Remove the chilled bowl and transfer it to the countertop, preparing for cream preparation.
- Pour whipping cream into the cold bowl, incorporating powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Whip the cream mixture using an electric mixer, creating medium-peaked texture with soft, billowy consistency.
- In a separate clean bowl, gently smooth the lemon curd using a whisk, eliminating any lumps.
- Carefully fold the smoothed lemon curd into the whipped cream, integrating the two components with delicate strokes.
- Briefly beat the combined mixture until achieving a uniform, silky texture with balanced lemon flavor.
- Select delicate phyllo shells as the base for the tartlets.
- Carefully spoon the luscious lemon cream mixture into each phyllo shell, ensuring even distribution.
- Adorn the filled tartlets with vibrant, fresh blueberries, arranging them artfully across the surface.
- Enhance the presentation by delicately sprinkling lemon zest over the blueberry-topped tartlets.
- Just before serving, dust the tartlets with a light veil of powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
- Serve the tartlets immediately to preserve their crisp texture and fresh flavors.
Notes
- Chill metal bowl and beaters beforehand to achieve perfect, fluffy whipped cream texture.
- Fold lemon curd gently into whipped cream to maintain its light, airy consistency and prevent deflating.
- Use fresh blueberries for the most vibrant flavor and visual appeal in the tartlets.
- Serve immediately after assembly to preserve the crisp phyllo shell and creamy filling.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving to keep the sugar from dissolving and maintain its delicate appearance.
- Store any leftover tartlets in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours to prevent soggy shells and maintain optimal taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 38mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg