Fresh Grape Tarts

Grapes have been cultivated for thousands of years and have symbolic significance in many cultures. They are often associated with abundance, fertility, and good luck.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Fresh Grape Tarts

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: European, French Courses: Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1680

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Pie crust
• 2 cup Seedless grapes
• 4 ounce Cream cheese
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoon Water
• optional for garnish Mint leaves

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and cut it into circles to fit the tart pans.
3. Press the crust into the pans and prick the bottoms with a fork.
4. Bake the crusts for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
5. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
6. Spread the cream cheese mixture onto the cooled crusts.
7. In a small saucepan, combine the grapes, cornstarch, and water.
8. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly.
9. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
10. Spoon the grape mixture over the cream cheese layer in the tart pans.
11. Refrigerate the tarts for at least 30 minutes.
12. Garnish with mint leaves if desired and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 22g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.