Easter brunch made sweet with simple fruit tartlets
The Easter table is overflowing with delicious treats, and these charming mini-desserts are sure to steal the show! Simple fruit tartlets are the essence of spring on a plate. A flaky crust, velvety cream, and a burst of fresh fruit colors—the preparation is surprisingly simple, and the result? Stunning! Impress your guests with these little masterpieces that taste just as amazing as they look, perfect for a holiday breakfast or any other occasion!
I can't imagine a holiday table without colorful, light, and delightful desserts. This year, I'm opting for simple fruit tartlets—they not only taste great but also look like little works of art. They are perfect for the Easter table, easy to prepare, and versatile enough to be decorated with any of your favorite fruits.
Simple fruit tartlets – flaky crust and delicate cream
The secret to successful tartlets lies in well-prepared dough. I always start with a classic, flaky crust—the base must be delicate yet stable. With ingredients like flour, cold butter, an egg, and a bit of powdered sugar, you have all you need to create the perfect dough. After chilling, I roll it out and line the molds. Baking to a golden color makes the tartlets crispy but not hard.
And what about the filling? For this recipe, I’m going with a quick and light lemon cream based on homogenized cheese. I mix it with cream, powdered sugar, and grated lemon zest, which gives the dessert a fresh, slightly tangy flavor. It's a great counterbalance to the sweet fruits and flaky crust.
How to make simple fruit tartlets step by step?
To ensure the tartlets turn out well and delight your guests, it's worth following a proven routine:
Ingredients for the flaky crust:
- 9 oz of wheat flour,
- 5 oz of cold butter,
- a pinch of salt,
- 4 tablespoons of powdered sugar,
- 1 egg,
- 1 tablespoon of cold milk (optional).
Ingredients for the cream and toppings:
- 9 oz of homogenized cheese,
- 3.5 oz of homogenized cream,
- 2 oz of powdered sugar,
- ½ teaspoon of grated lemon zest,
- favorite fruits: strawberries, raspberries, blueberries,
- fresh mint, chocolate shavings, powdered sugar (for decoration).
Preparing the crust:
- Sift the flour onto a pastry board, add cubed butter, salt, and powdered sugar. Chop the ingredients with a knife until fine crumbs form.
- Add the egg and quickly knead the dough. If the mixture seems too dry, add a tablespoon of cold milk.
- Shape into a ball, wrap in cling film, and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick and cut out circles larger than the tartlet molds. Line the molds with the dough, pressing the edges and removing excess with a knife.
- Prick the bottom with a fork and bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside to cool completely.
Preparing the cream:
- In a bowl, mix the cheese with cream, powdered sugar, and lemon zest. The cream should be smooth and fluffy.
- Spoon it into cooled tartlets, then decorate with fresh fruits and toppings as desired.
- Finally, dust with powdered sugar and add mint leaves—the result? Little, colorful wonders that disappear from the table in no time!
Simple fruit tartlets are a delicious dessert and an impressive table decoration. They don't take much time to prepare, and the outcome will satisfy both adults and children. You can prepare them even the day before the holiday with their short baking time and easy cream.
Tartlets pair wonderfully with other Easter pastries—babas, mazurkas, or cheesecakes—but also make an excellent alternative for those who prefer something lighter and more fruity.
