You’ve got to try this recipe by Sugar and Charm: An attractive dessert and easy to make, these mini tarts will be a hit at your next gathering! The pies boast a simple, home-made Graham cracker crust filled with whipped mascarpone cheese and topped with beautiful slices of California strawberries.
Mini Strawberry Mascarpone Pies
Yield: 6 Pies
Calories: 817kcal
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- 8 Tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 16 oz mascarpone cheese
- 3 cups thinly sliced California strawberries for the top
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the melted butter and Graham cracker crumbs until combined.
- Press ⅓ cup of crust into each of the six mini tart pans.
- Place the mini tart pans on a larger cookie sheet and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Remove crusts from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes.
- In a bowl, gently fold the mascarpone cheese with a spatula, then add about 3 ounces mascarpone cheese to each tart for the filling.
- Layer strawberry slices over the cheese. Continue around the mini tart until you get to the center.
Special Equipment
- Mini tart pans
Notes
To reduce the fat and calories, try substituting Canola oil for the butter, and cottage cheese or yogurt for the mascarpone.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 pie | Calories: 817kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 492mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g
