Description
Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts are a delightful fusion of creamy and tangy flavors, perfect for any occasion. These no-bake treats take just 20 minutes to prepare, making them an effortless addition to your dessert repertoire. With their charming presentation and customizable toppings, these mini tarts are sure to impress at picnics, parties, or family dinners. Each bite offers a refreshing lemony burst, complemented by the sweet crunch of the graham cracker crust. Whether you dress them up with fresh berries or serve them plain, these tarts are an elegant way to satisfy your sweet cravings without the fuss of baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 package cream cheese (8 oz, softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest (divided)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh fruit or preserves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into muffin cups or tartlet pans.
- For the filling, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and fold into the cheesecake mixture gently.
- Spoon or pipe the filling into each crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Before serving, top with fresh fruit or preserves as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (50g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg