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Lime Divine Tarts
Benchi

Lime Divine Tarts

Lime Divine Tarts feature buttery cream cheese shells filled with smooth, tangy lime curd for a bright, bite-sized dessert.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 107

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Optional: Grated lime zest and grated white chocolate

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the eggs, egg yolk, sugar, lime juice, and lime zest until evenly blended. Add the cubed butter and continue whisking constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  2. Transfer the lime filling to a bowl and let it cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms. Cover and chill for 1 hour or until firm enough to handle.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and press each into the bottom and up the sides of 24 ungreased miniature muffin cups. Prick the bottoms with a fork.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let the shells cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  6. Spoon the chilled lime curd into the cooled tart shells. Garnish with additional lime zest or grated white chocolate if desired. Store in the refrigerator.