Description
Delicate little lemon blueberry tartlets showcase French pastry techniques with tangy citrus and sweet berries. Crisp buttery shells cradle creamy lemon curd, inviting you to savor each delightful Mediterranean-inspired bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (15 count) frozen phyllo shells
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
- ½ cup chilled whipping cream (118 ml)
- ¼ cup lemon curd (59 ml)
- 1 ½ teaspoons powdered sugar (plus more for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml)
Instructions
- Chilling Preparation: Place metal mixing bowl and beaters in freezer for 10 minutes to create optimal whipping environment.
- Cream Creation: Transfer chilled bowl to countertop and whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using electric mixer until medium-peaked and billowy.
- Lemon Curd Refinement: Smooth lemon curd in separate bowl using whisk to eliminate lumps, then gently fold into whipped cream with delicate strokes.
- Texture Integration: Briefly beat mixture until achieving uniform, silky consistency with balanced lemon flavor.
- Tartlet Assembly: Select phyllo shells and carefully spoon lemon cream mixture, ensuring even distribution across each delicate base.
- Garnishing Stage: Artfully arrange fresh blueberries atop filled shells, sprinkle with lemon zest, and dust with powdered sugar for elegant presentation.
- Serving Recommendation: Present tartlets immediately to maintain crisp texture and vibrant flavors, ensuring maximum gustatory enjoyment.
Notes
- Chill Equipment Strategically: Freeze metal bowl and beaters for 10 minutes to guarantee perfectly whipped cream with optimal volume and stability.
- Handle Cream with Care: Fold lemon curd gently into whipped cream using delicate strokes to maintain airy texture and prevent deflation.
- Assemble Just Before Serving: Prepare tartlets moments before presentation to keep phyllo shells crisp and prevent soggy bottoms.
- Garnish with Precision: Arrange blueberries and sprinkle lemon zest carefully to create visually appealing and balanced flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg