Lemon Raspberry Tarts

January 14, 2013 By 6 Comments

Hi Rags to Stitches friends! It certainly seems like it has been a while since our last chat, doesn’t it? The holidays blew right by and to be honest I’m ready to take on 2013! I’m also ready to dive into Springs bright and fresh flavors…which is exactly what I bring you today. Of course, in keeping with our New Years “Get Slim” resolutions my recipe today is to be made mini, and shared. (Which isn’t what happened in my neck of the woods. But who cares! Dessert is my downfall.) I love the combination of lemon with raspberry, and I love easy. We have the best of both worlds today! Let me know what you think of these beauties…and have a fabulous week!

What You Need

For the Crust

`10 graham crackers

`1 stick of butter

`1/4 cup powdered sugar

For the Filling

`1 large lemon (juice & zest)

`1/2 cup whole raspberries

`1 package vanilla instant pudding

`1 tsp vanilla extract

What You Do

`Start by making and baking the crust first.

`You will need a mini muffin/cupcake pan and I like to use mini cupcake liners to ensure my tarts do not stick. This recipe makes 24 mini tarts.

`Melt your butter.

`Crush your crackers.

`In a bowl mix everything together.

`Measure about 1 tbs of crust into each cupcake liner. Using a spoon (I used the bottom of a little medicine cup) press the cracker mix to form little tart crusts.

`Bake these for about 8 min or until light golden brown at 325 degrees. You have to bake the tart shells so they hold their form.

`Once the tart shells have baked and cooled. It is time to make the filling.
`Start by making the instant pudding as the package directs. Then add the vanilla, lemon juice and raspberries. (Be sure to rough chop the raspberries prior to adding them to the mixture)
`Whisk everything together.
`Now pour the filling into each tart shell.
`Top the tarts with lemon zest for garnish.
`Place the tarts in the fridge for up to 2 hours. (You can also freeze them and it tastes like ice cream)
`Typically these tarts can last up to 4 days in the fridge. But I like to make and serve them the same day.
I love the simple (and yummy trick) of using instant pudding as the base of the filling. By using a flavor as simple as vanilla or chocolate the filling combinations are endless! This recipe is actually really simple to make your own and create something delicious for your family, friends or next event.
Enjoy!
Hey friends, Alissa here, drooling a little after looking at all the delicious pics of these Lemon Raspberry Tarts. YUM!
If you get a minute, I’m sharing over HERE today.
I’d love for you to stop by.
Jacqui

Jacqui

My name is Jacqui and I’m the author & baker of Baby Boy Bakery. Over in my neck of the woods I consider myself a ‘health nut’ who bakes a ton of desserts and usually eats the majority of them…sometimes more than once a day. But who’s counting? I have a passion for eating organic and keeping leafy greens a daily staple in my family’s diet. However, let’s face it…I make desserts for a living and a girl likes to indulge every so often. (Key word being often) So, I bake using only organic-all natural ingredients and call it even. I have come to realize that I just like to eat. Period. I am super excited to share my creations with the readers of Rags To Stitches! We are going to have a delicious time!
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Comments

  1. Danielle says:
    January 14, 2013 at 5:29 am

    These look amazing! I love how pretty they are too. Perfect treat to bring to a party. Thanks for the recipe!
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  2. HAnna says:
    January 14, 2013 at 6:09 am

    You know what, these look great! Maybe I’ll make them
    This Weekend for my daughters party!!! Great recipe!!
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  3. Alice says:
    January 14, 2013 at 6:24 am

    These look delicious! Yummy!
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  4. Alyson @EisleyRae says:
    January 14, 2013 at 7:21 am

    Jacqui, these look amazing! And, so simple. Thanks for sharing another fabulous recipe!!
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  5. Liesl says:
    January 14, 2013 at 4:23 pm

    These look delish!!! Also, loved your guest post over on Wild & Precious! :)

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  6. Kendra says:
    January 16, 2013 at 9:23 am

    Your lemon raspberry tarts look so DELICIOUS! I would love it if you could link this in my Whisk Away Wednesday at http://kreativecreationz.com/blog/whisk-away-wednesday-4/. I can’t wait to see you there!
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