Description
Mini Lemon Tarts are bright, creamy, and refreshing bite sized desserts made with a naturally sweet walnut date crust and a smooth lemon cream filling. These no bake tarts balance tangy citrus with gentle sweetness and a rich texture. Perfect for make ahead desserts, gatherings, or an elegant everyday treat, they deliver fresh flavor with simple preparation and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Walnuts, raw and unsalted, finely ground
Medjool dates, pitted and soft
Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese, softened at room temperature
Fresh lemon juice, squeezed from ripe lemons
Lemon zest, finely grated
Raw honey for natural sweetness
Simply Organic Vanilla Flavor or Watkins Clear Vanilla Flavor
Fine sea salt
Fresh blueberries for optional topping
Instructions
1. Place the walnuts into a food processor and pulse until finely chopped
2. Add the pitted dates and process until a crumbly mixture forms that sticks when pressed
3. Press the mixture firmly into mini tart tins, covering the base and sides evenly
4. Chill the crusts in the refrigerator until firm
5. Clean the food processor bowl thoroughly
6. Add cream cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, vanilla flavor, and sea salt to the processor
7. Blend until smooth, creamy, and fully combined
8. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed with additional honey
9. Spoon the filling evenly into the chilled tart shells
10. Smooth the tops with the back of a spoon
11. Refrigerate until fully set and firm
12. Remove tarts from tins gently and serve chilled with fresh blueberries
Notes
Mini tart tins with removable bottoms make releasing the tarts easy and clean.
Ensure the cream cheese is softened to achieve a smooth filling texture.
Always zest lemons before juicing to maximize flavor.
Chilling overnight gives the best structure and flavor balance.
Store without toppings and garnish just before serving for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American