Mini Peach and Cream Cheese Tarts

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Mini Peach and Cream Cheese Tarts: Buttery, Sweet & Irresistible

These Mini Peach and Cream Cheese Tarts are flaky, creamy, and bursting with fresh peach flavor. With a buttery tart crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, and juicy caramelized peach slices, these tarts are perfect for summer desserts, brunches, or tea parties.

The lightly sweetened filling and fresh peaches make them a deliciously elegant treat that’s easy to make yet impressive to serve.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Buttery & Flaky – A homemade or store-bought tart crust creates the perfect base.
✔ Creamy & Sweet – The rich cream cheese filling balances the fruity topping.
✔ Fresh & Juicy – Peaches caramelize beautifully in the oven.
✔ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients with a stunning result.
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion – Serve at parties, brunches, or special celebrations.

Ingredients

For the Tart Crust:

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons ice water

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Peach Topping:

  • 2 fresh peaches, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make Mini Peach and Cream Cheese Tarts

Step 1: Prepare the Tart Crust

  1. In a food processor, pulse flour, butter, and powdered sugar until crumbly.
  2. Add egg yolk and ice water, pulsing until dough forms.
  3. Wrap dough in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Filling

  1. In a bowl, whisk together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Set aside in the refrigerator.

Step 3: Prepare the Peaches

  1. In a bowl, toss peach slices with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  2. Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.

Step 4: Assemble the Tarts

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out chilled dough and press into mini tart pans.
  3. Spoon cream cheese filling into each tart.
  4. Arrange peach slices on top in a fan pattern.

Step 5: Bake & Serve

  1. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown and set.
  2. Cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle with extra honey or powdered sugar.
  3. Serve warm or chilled.

Serving Suggestions

🍦 With Vanilla Ice Cream – A delicious warm & cold contrast.
☕ With Afternoon Tea – Perfect for a light dessert.
🍯 Drizzle with Extra Honey – For a glossy, caramelized finish.

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

  • Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: Freeze unbaked tart crusts for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat: Enjoy at room temperature or slightly warm in the oven.

Why This Recipe is a Must-Try

These Mini Peach and Cream Cheese Tarts are flaky, creamy, and bursting with fresh peach flavor, making them the ultimate summer dessert. They’re easy to make, visually stunning, and perfect for any occasion.

Try them today and enjoy a bite of peachy perfection!

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