STRAWBERRY TRUFFLE TARTS

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In my quest for the perfect dessert a couple of years ago, I found this "berried treasure". My husband and children love it, and that's saying a lot!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons shortening
2 tablespoons plus 1 to 2 teaspoons cold water
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon butter
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons orange juice
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
14 to 16 large strawberries, stems removed
1/4 cup currant jelly, melted
Slivered orange peel, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add cold water, tossing with a fork until a ball forms. Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 6-in. circle. , Press onto the bottom and up the sides of ungreased 4-in. fluted tart pans with removable bottom. Line unpricked shells with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., In a small heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter over low heat, stirring constantly. Stir in cream cheese and orange juice. Cook and stir until cream cheese is melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat. Stir in confectioners' sugar until blended. , Spread over bottoms of baked crust. Arrange berries over chocolate mixture. Brush jelly over berries. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Garnish with orange peel if desired.

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Zanzibar Hassan
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These tarts are a must-try for any chocolate and strawberry lover.


Baguma Moses
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I'm definitely going to be making these tarts again and again.


Burnalise Spandiel
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These tarts are a great way to use up leftover strawberries.


Efrata Merage
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I love the way these tarts look when they're arranged on a platter with other summer fruits.


Yihenew Lulie
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These tarts are perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Angie Leavitt
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I added a dollop of whipped cream to each tart before serving, which really took them to the next level.


Jose Abraham Gonzalez Rios
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I used a store-bought tart crust to save time, but you can definitely make your own if you have the time.


Mavia Mavia
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I had some trouble finding fresh strawberries for this recipe, but frozen strawberries worked just as well.


Rabiu Umar
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These tarts are a bit pricey to make, but they're worth the splurge for a special occasion.


Ali Veseli
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I love the versatility of these tarts. You can use different types of berries, chocolate, and even nuts to create your own unique flavor combinations.


Prince Ali
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These tarts are the perfect summer dessert. They're light and refreshing, but still decadent and satisfying.


Satyam Raja
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I'm not usually a fan of strawberry desserts, but these tarts changed my mind. The truffle filling really balances out the sweetness of the strawberries.


Mulki Caddey
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I made these tarts for a special occasion and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Gettu Bliz
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These tarts are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. The end result is a truly special and delicious dessert that will impress your guests.


Ikhtyar Ali
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I love that these tarts can be made ahead of time, which makes them perfect for parties or potlucks. I simply assembled the tarts the day before and then popped them in the oven the day of the event.


Nasir Davis
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The strawberry truffle filling is the star of the show in these tarts. It's so rich and decadent, and it pairs perfectly with the sweet strawberries and the flaky tart crust.


mokul mia
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These tarts are so beautiful and elegant, they look like they came from a professional bakery! I love the contrast between the vibrant red strawberries and the deep chocolate truffle filling.


Aabiskar Khadka
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I was skeptical about making these tarts because I'm not a very experienced baker, but they turned out amazing! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the tarts were a big hit with my family and friends.


Rap Hub
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These strawberry truffle tarts were an absolute delight! The combination of sweet strawberries, rich chocolate truffle filling, and flaky tart crust was heavenly. I followed the recipe exactly and the results were perfect.