key lime tartlets
This weekend I had — not one — but two good friends turn 30!!!
Actually, it will be my turn next May. (Which I am strangely really excited about!)
But for my friend Christy’s 30th, which coincided with my monthly rockin’ book club, the birthday girl requested some sort of key lime pie dessert to celebrate. I was going to go with a traditional pie, but after passing by one of my favorite ingredients at the store (these adorable mini phyllo cups), thought it would be fun to try “bite-sized”.
And sure enough, these were SO delicious! Seriously. I’m pretty sure I may have accidentally eaten a handful when garnishing them. :) There was something about the smooth, citrusy custard paired with the flaky, crispy shells that just seemed like the perfect combination. And thankfully, it looks like the birthday girl and friends thought so too, as they totally dug in at our book club bday celebration.
So for those of you who love key lime pie, or those who love a quick 20-minute dessert, you really, really, really should try these.
Really.
Ingredients
- 2-3 packages frozen mini phyllo tarts
- 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, plus zest from two limes
- 2 Tbsp. powdered sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 8-10 key limes, sliced into thin coins for garnish
Method
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks until blended. Add in sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, sugar, and lime zest. Whisk together until smooth and blended.
Spoon batter into mini tarts so that they are nearly overflowing. Bake for about 12 minutes, or until custard has set. Remove and let cool to room temperature. Then top with whipped cream and key lime coins.
http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/key-lime-tartlets/Ali’s Tip:
This recipe makes a lot of custard! Feel free to use 2 packages of phyllo tarts and then use the leftover custard to make a small batch of plain custard or an extra medium-sized tart. Or use 3 packages, and make even more little tartlets!
I’m wondering about the soggy tarts too… can they be made ahead of time, refrigerated and still stay crispy? thanks. Lyndie
these sound amazing!!! do the tarts need to be eaten right away as the package suggest to EAT IMMEDIATELY, or can it be made the day before? i don’t want to serve soggy tarts…thanks ;)
Did you end up making these in advance? I’m hosting a baby shower tomorrow and I was hoping to make them tonight. Were they soggy?
i LOVE key lime pie! i can’t wait to try these!!
Love these…so cute!!!!! I could eat ten of them!
Oh my gosh! So cute — there’s just something so fascinating about little foods! I just tossed a package of those phyllo cups that had gotten lost in my freezer some (very long) time ago. I’m not even sure I had a plan for them when I brought them home. Now I need to go get some again, but I have a plan this time!
these are the CUTEST bite-sized treats! And even though they are portion-controlled…I so would not be able to stop at just one.
Could these be any cuter?! I bet they delish!
These look so delicious. Going to have to try them soon.
I was also excited to turn 30. Life just keeps getting better so why not be excited to see what else it has in store!
I’ve been thinking about making some yummy little bite sized dessert and you’ve just given me the perfect inspiration. Thank you!
Hi Ali,
Happy b-day to your friends and to you next week:) I wish I had a birthday coming up so I can celebrate with these. I’m not going to wait until next year, have to try these very soon. Beautiful photos and recipe.
I always admire cute little finger bites and these looks fancy pretty :) Your friend is lucky to have you.
Key lime is one of my absolute favorite summer desserts. And I love mini food. This is right up my alley!
Mmmmmm…I’m trying this with lemon juice instead. I shouldn’t have to change the amounts of anything should I? I’ve never been a huge fan of lime.
these are just so darling!! i love it, this is such a great party treat :)
Oh my goodness, soooo cute!
You make the cutest things ever! And I just love how beautifully you garnished these!
Wow, Ali! These little tarts are crazy cute and your friends are so lucky to have such a talented baker for a friend! These would be great for my neighborhood happy hours. Thanks for sharing. :)
i downed three of these at bookclub. so perfectly lime.
i confess when i saw your instagram earlier in the day
i was hoping they were coming to bookclub. :) lucky us!
I love this recipe and presentation!
These are adorable. Phyllo dough is brilliant. I am salivating at this filling too!
So cute and yummy – I totally adore these! :)
Cute! These are perfect for bringing to a party!
These are so adorable, I love that they use phyllo dough so that they’re a bit lighter and I bet that crispness works so well with the filling.
These are so cute! Just apent time in Florida so Key Lime is on my brain!!
I love love these. Would have never thought to use phyllo dough.