Carl Carter
@carcar
Lemon Poppy Seed Tartlets with Strawberry Roses
Delightful tartlets made with a buttery lemon poppy seed dough, filled with a creamy mixture and topped with beautifully fanned strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Meal Type:snack
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:9
- Views:3
Recipe Information
- Prep time45 min.
- Cook time12 min.
- Total time57 min.
- Servings24
Ingredients
- 1 cup, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup
- 1
- 2 tablespoons
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 2 1/2 cups
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Lemon Poppy Seed Tartlets with Strawberry Roses.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2
In a spacious mixing bowl, combine softened butter with 3/4 cup of sugar, using an electric mixer to whip the mixture until it reaches a light and fluffy texture.
Step 3
Next, introduce the egg, fresh lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and a splash of vanilla extract, blending until everything is harmoniously mixed.
Step 4
Gradually fold in the flour, poppy seeds, and a pinch of sea salt, stirring until a smooth, cohesive dough forms without any flour streaks.
Step 5
Take small portions of dough, roughly the size of 1 1/2 teaspoons, and roll them into delightful little balls.
Step 6
Arrange these on your prepared baking sheets, ensuring they have enough space to spread.
Step 7
With a gentle press from your thumb, create a small indent in the center of each ball.
Step 8
Bake these treats in your preheated oven for about 7 minutes, or until they feel firm to the touch.
Step 9
Once out of the oven, use the back of a spoon to deepen the indents, then pop them back in for an additional 5 minutes, or until the edges turn a lovely golden hue.
Step 10
After baking, transfer the tartlets to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, and 2 1/2 tablespoons of sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 12
Once your tartlets have cooled, fill each one with about 1/2 teaspoon of this luscious cream cheese mixture.
Step 13
To craft beautiful strawberry roses, make four deep cuts along the bottom third of each strawberry with a sharp knife, then gently fan out the cuts to reveal the flower shape.
Step 14
Crown each filled tartlet with a strawberry rose and add a touch of elegance with one or two fresh mint leaves.
Step 15
Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and the stunning presentation of your homemade tartlets!.