Description
This Whipped Strawberry Tart is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a creamy, smooth cream cheese and whipped cream filling nestled in a pre-baked tart shell, topped with fresh sliced strawberries. Perfect for strawberry lovers, it combines sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors with an elegant presentation that’s simple to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
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For the Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Tart and Topping
- 1 9-inch pre-baked tart shell
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- Optional: mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with the granulated sugar until stiff peaks form, indicating firm, stable whipped cream.
- Combine mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula until fully combined, taking care to maintain the airy texture.
- Fill the tart shell: Spread the combined cream mixture evenly into the pre-baked tart shell, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Arrange strawberries: Decoratively arrange the sliced fresh strawberries on top of the cream filling in any desired pattern.
- Chill the tart: Place the tart in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving chilled. Enjoy this fresh and creamy dessert!
Notes
- For extra flavor, lightly macerate the strawberries with a teaspoon of sugar for 10-15 minutes before arranging them on the tart.
- You can drizzle melted chocolate or a fruit glaze over the top for a festive presentation.
- This tart is best served chilled on the day it is made to maintain freshness and texture.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best taste and appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
