Best 10 Cream Cheese Tarts Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our curated collection of cream cheese tart recipes. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of creamy, tangy, and sweet notes, encased in a flaky, buttery crust. From classic New York-style cheesecakes to innovative takes on this timeless dessert, our recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the art of crafting these luscious tarts, perfect for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAM CHEESE TARTS (PAULA DEEN)



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A wonderful little cheesecake for a dessert buffet. It is incredibly easy to make and looks and tastes very impressive. I saw Paula Deen make them on FoodTV and I couldn't wait to try them myself. Use canned pie filling, fresh fruit or use your imagination!

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 eggs
12 vanilla wafers
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling (or whatever else suits your fancy) or 1 (21 ounce) can blueberry pie filling (or whatever else suits your fancy)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place a paper cupcake liner in each cup (12 total) of muffin pan.
  • Beat cream cheese with electric mixer until fluffy. Add sugar and vanilla, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
  • Place a vanilla wafer FLAT side down, in each muffin cup. Spoon cream cheese mixture over wafers filling each to about 1/4 inch from top of paper.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Allow tarts to cool completely before filling. When you remove the tarts from the oven, they will be puffed up, but as they cool, the center will sink, creating the perfect well to fill with a couple of spoonfuls of your favorite filling.
  • Chill thoroughly before serving.

CHERRY CREAM CHEESE TARTS



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It's hard to believe that just five ingredients and a few minutes of preparation can result in these delicate and scrumptious tarts! -Cindi Mitchell, Waring, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract
2 individual graham cracker shells
1/4 cup cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and extract until smooth. Spoon into shells. Top with pie filling. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAM CHEESE TARTS



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I can remember enjoying little tarts like these as a child... They bring back so many fond memories! A perfect choice for your next brunch, bake sale, or lazy Sunday afternoon.

Provided by montra crabtree

Categories     Pies

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pkg cream cheese, softened (8 oz each)
1 c sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs
12 vanilla wafers
1 can(s) cherry pie filling or blueberry pie filling (21 oz)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place a paper cupcake liner in each cup (12 total) of muffin pan.
  • 2. Beat cream cheese with electric mixer until fluffy. Add sugar and vanilla, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
  • 3. Place a vanilla wafer FLAT side down, in each muffin cup. Spoon cream cheese mixture over wafers filling each to about 1/4 inch from top of paper.
  • 4. Bake for 20 minutes.
  • 5. Allow tarts to cool completely before filling. When you remove the tarts from the oven, they will be puffed up, but as they cool, the center will sink, creating the perfect well to fill with a couple of spoonfuls of your favorite filling.
  • 6. Chill thoroughly before serving.

BACON AND TOMATO CREAM CHEESE TARTS



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Create a sophisticated appetizer starting with Pillsbury™ crescent dough. These mini tarts are topped with herbed cream cheese, applewood smoked bacon and green onion--perfect for serving at a party.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet or 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count)
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream or milk
1/2 cup chopped cooked applewood smoked bacon
6 grape tomatoes, quartered (24 pieces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
  • Unroll crescent dough into 12x7-inch rectangle. If using crescent rolls, press seams to seal. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Place dough pieces on cookie sheet, spacing slightly apart. Bake 10 to 13 minutes or until golden brown; cool 10 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, 3 tablespoons of the green onions, 2 teaspoons of the thyme and the cream; beat with electric mixer on medium until well mixed. Spread 2 teaspoons cream cheese mixture on top of each baked crescent square.
  • Top with bacon, tomatoes and remaining green onions and thyme. Serve immediately, or loosely cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Tart, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

BLUEBERRY CREAM CHEESE TARTS



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I just watched Paula make this on TV. They look delicious! I reduced the sugar from 1 cup (personal preference) You can use other flavored pie fillings in place of the blueberry or even fresh fruit.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Tarts

Time 30m

Yield 12 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 eggs
12 vanilla wafers
1 (21 ounce) can blueberry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place a paper cupcake liner in each cup of a muffin pan.
  • Beat cream cheese with a handheld electric mixer until fluffy. Add sugar and vanilla, beating well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Place a vanilla wafer, flat side down, in each muffin cup. Spoon cream cheese mixture over wafers.
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Allow tarts to cool completely. Serve with blueberry filling on top, or pie filling of your choice.

CREAM CHEESE TARTS



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Make and share this Cream Cheese Tarts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Color Guard Mom

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 36 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 tablespoon lemon rind (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 (16 ounce) package vanilla wafers (small)

Steps:

  • Mix first five ingredients, beat at high speed.
  • Line tart pan with paper liners (small).
  • Put vanilla wafers in liners bottom side down.
  • Spoon 1 T batter onto wafer.
  • Bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees F. Let cool.
  • Top with cherry pie filling or any fruit.
  • Yields 3 dozen large tarts or 6 dozen small tarts. These can be frozen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.1, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 25.6, Sodium 79.8, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 1.8

MINI CHERRY CREAM CHEESE TARTS



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Bite size ... delicious , fast and easy to make. Big hit with family and friends. Great for holiday party dessert tray.

Provided by Mary Lee

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 8ounce pkgs. cream cheese (softened)
1/2 c granulated sugar
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
2 medium eggs
25 vanilla wafers
2/3 stick melted butter
25 mini muffin pan liners
favorite topping (cherry, strawberry, blueberry)

Steps:

  • 1. Fill mini pan wells with liner ... place 1 vanilla wafer in bottom of each liner , pour over wafer 1/2 teaspoon of melted butter . In medium size mixing bowl add room temp cream cheese, sugar, egg, lemon and vanilla. Mix with beater until all ingredients are creamed together. Spoon cream cheese mixture over wafer until 2/3's full. Bake in preheated 325 degree oven for approx.15 minutes or until so slightly brown . Set in refrigerator to cool. Top with favorite topping ( strawberry, cherry , blueberry pie filling or mini chocolate chips) Keep cool until ready to serve.

STRAWBERRY-CHOCOLATE-CREAM CHEESE TARTS



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So this is what I decided to do with the remaining phyllo dough I had in the freezer. Oh boy were they yummy and super easy to make!

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Fruit Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 phyllo tart shells (check out my shared recipes for phyllo tart shells, if you need directions on how to make these)
2 pkg (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 c powdered sugar
1 pkg (8 oz.) cool whip
6 strawberries, sliced into four slices
1/4 c chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • 1. Beat together cream cheese, vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth.
  • 2. Add cool whip and beat on low speed until thoroughly mixed with cream cheese mixture.
  • 3. Spoon cream cheese mixture into phyllo tart shells. Layer two strawberry slices on top of each tart and drizzle with a bit of chocolate syrup.
  • 4. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

CHERRY CREAM CHEESE TARTS



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Provided by Peggy Bockler

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pkg (8 oz.) cream cheese
1 c sugar
1 tsp vanilla
2 eggs
12 vanilla wafers
1 can(s) (21 oz.) cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • 1. Place a cupcake liner in each cup of a muffin pan.
  • 2. Beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add sugar and vanilla, beating well. Add eggs one at a time beating well after each addition.
  • 3. Lay a vanilla wafer flat side down in each muffin cup. Spoon cream cheese mixture over the wafers. Bake for 20 minutes at 350° for 20 minutes. Allow to cool. Serve with cherry filling on top.

CARROT CAKE TARTS WITH CREAM CHEESE TOPPING



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When you crave carrot cake, but you don't want or need to bake a large cake, try my tarts! They have all the same wonderful flavors in a unique presentation and just right serving. -Laura Majchrzak, Hunt Valley, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 6 tarts.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 package (14.1 ounces) refrigerated pie pastry
FILLING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 eggs
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups finely shredded carrots
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
TOPPING:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
Carrot curls

Steps:

  • Cut each pastry sheet into three portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each into a 5-in. circle. Transfer to six ungreased 4-in. fluted tart pans with removable bottoms; trim pastry even with edges., Line each unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Fill with dried beans, uncooked rice or pie weights. Place on baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 7 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake 3 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar, corn syrup and butter until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; stir into egg mixture. Fold in the carrots, raisins and pecans. Pour into crusts., Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Gradually add whipping cream; beat until soft peaks form. Fold in pecans. Serve with tarts and garnish with carrot curls.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer, creamier filling.
  • Soften the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth filling.
  • Use a food processor or blender to mix the filling until smooth and creamy.
  • Chill the filling for at least 30 minutes before pouring into the tart shells.
  • Use a variety of fruits, nuts, and spices to create different variations of the tart.
  • Bake the tarts until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
  • Let the tarts cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

Cream cheese tarts are a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for special occasions or as a simple treat. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious cream cheese tart that will impress your friends and family.

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