Heart Shaped Fruit Tart (Printable)

Crisp shells filled with creamy blend and topped with fresh fruit on a heart-shaped board.

# Ingredient list:

→ Tart Shells

01 - 16 mini tartlet shells (store-bought or homemade)

→ Creamy Filling

02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
05 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Fruit Toppings

06 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
07 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
08 - 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
09 - 1/2 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
10 - 1/2 cup mango, diced
11 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
12 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

→ Optional Decoration

13 - 2 tbsp apricot jam, warmed (for glaze)
14 - Powdered sugar, for dusting

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake tartlet shells according to package or recipe instructions if homemade. Allow to cool completely.
02 - Beat cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
04 - Spoon or pipe the creamy filling into each cooled tartlet shell.
05 - Top each tartlet with an attractive arrangement of sliced strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, kiwi, mango, and pomegranate seeds for color and variety.
06 - Optionally, brush fruit lightly with warmed apricot jam to add shine.
07 - Arrange filled tartlets on a heart-shaped serving board or platter, alternating colors and shapes. Fill empty spaces with extra fruit and mint leaves.
08 - Dust tartlets lightly with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble with store-bought or homemade tart shells.
  • Fresh and colorful fruit toppings make it visually stunning and healthy.
  • Creamy filling provides a silky contrast to the crisp tart shells.
  • Perfect for sharing and impressing on Valentine's Day or romantic occasions.
02 -
  • Use store-bought mini tartlet shells to save time without sacrificing flavor.
  • Chill the creamy filling before assembling to make it easier to pipe into shells.
  • Alternate fruit colors and shapes for a visually stunning presentation.
  • Brush fruit with warmed apricot jam for a professional glossy finish.
  • Prepare the tart board shortly before serving to ensure freshness.
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