Lemon-Mascarpone Icebox Tarts

Health score
3%
Lemon-Mascarpone Icebox Tarts
380 min.
6
785kcal

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If you're craving a dessert that combines elegance and simplicity, look no further than our Lemon-Mascarpone Icebox Tarts. This delightful treat is perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home, bringing a refreshing burst of citrus flavor to your palate. With its creamy, luscious filling made smooth by mascarpone cheese and balanced by the bright acidity of fresh lemon juice, each bite is a taste of pure bliss. The almond extract adds a subtle depth that rounds out the flavor profile, making it an unforgettable indulgence.

What truly sets these tarts apart is their stunning presentation. Topped with vibrant fresh berries, juicy slices of peaches or plums, and delicate sprigs of mint or thyme, they not only taste amazing but also look like works of art. The buttery cookie crust forms a perfect base, providing a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the silky filling.

If you’re looking for a show-stopping dessert that is surprisingly easy to prepare, this recipe will become your go-to. The tarts require a little patience, needing time to set and chill, but the anticipation is worth every minute. Once served, you’ll leave your guests in awe, making memories that will linger long after the last bite. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite dessert that captures the essence of summer in every luscious layer.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 2.7 cups cookie crumbs ()
  •  egg yolk 
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest 
  • oz mascarpone cheese 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned
  • servings thyme sprigs fresh sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Stir together first 4 ingredients; firmly press crumb mixture on bottom and up sides of 6 (3 3/4-inch) round tart pans with removable bottoms (about 6 Tbsp. per pan).
  3. Place tart pans on a baking sheet, and bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on baking sheet on a wire rack completely (about 30 minutes).
  4. Whisk together sweetened condensed milk and next 3 ingredients until well blended; whisk in mascarpone cheese just until blended. Spoon mixture into prepared tart shells.
  5. Bake at 350 for 12 to 15 minutes or until almost set. (The centers will not be firm but will set up as they chill.) Cool completely on wire rack (about 1 hour). Cover and chill 4 hours. Arrange berries and fruit decoratively over tarts just before serving.
  6. Note: We tested with Pepperidge Farm Chessmen Cookies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories785kcal
Protein6.78%
Fat56.44%
Carbs36.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.67
Glycemic Load
39.78
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.766086951546%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.99mg
Hesperetin
2.94mg
Naringenin
0.28mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:785.47kcal
39.27%
Fat:49.47g
76.11%
Saturated Fat:26.03g
162.69%
Carbohydrates:72.54g
24.18%
Net Carbohydrates:71.69g
26.07%
Sugar:51.17g
56.85%
Cholesterol:281.8mg
93.93%
Sodium:351.88mg
15.3%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Protein:13.37g
26.74%
Selenium:22.81µg
32.58%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.8%
Calcium:279.06mg
27.91%
Vitamin A:1367.81IU
27.36%
Phosphorus:272.7mg
27.27%
Folate:74.54µg
18.63%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.97%
Vitamin C:12.05mg
14.61%
Vitamin E:1.98mg
13.2%
Vitamin B5:1.22mg
12.15%
Iron:2.14mg
11.91%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.23%
Vitamin B12:0.66µg
11.06%
Potassium:335.86mg
9.6%
Zinc:1.3mg
8.64%
Vitamin B3:1.65mg
8.24%
Vitamin D:1.1µg
7.36%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.14%
Magnesium:27.53mg
6.88%
Vitamin K:6.29µg
5.99%
Copper:0.07mg
3.69%
Fiber:0.85g
3.4%
Source:My Recipes