Lemon-Mascarpone Icebox Tarts

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

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that brings the bright, tangy flavors of lemon together with the creamy richness of mascarpone cheese. Our Lemon-Mascarpone Icebox Tarts are the perfect ending to any meal or simply a sweet treat for a sunny afternoon. With a buttery cookie crust that adds a satisfying crunch, each slice transports you to a warm, sun-drenched day, making it an ideal dessert for gatherings or special occasions.

Made with fresh lemon juice and zest, these tarts burst with citrus flavor, while the mascarpone lends an incredibly smooth texture. The balance of tangy and sweet is perfectly achieved with the addition of sweetened condensed milk and powdered sugar. And let’s not forget the vibrant toppings of fresh berries, juicy peaches, or fragrant mint, that not only add color but also enhance the overall freshness of the tarts.

While the preparation requires some chilling time, the process is straightforward and fun. Baking the crust gives it a wonderful golden hue, and the tart filling bakes to a soft, luscious state that will have everyone reaching for seconds. So gather your friends and family, and treat them to these Lemon-Mascarpone Icebox Tarts – a dessert that embodies joy and sunshine in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 2.7 cups butter cookie crumbs ()
  •  egg yolks 
  • 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