Mini Strawberry Lime Tarts: A Pinch of Glitter
I absolutely LOVE strawberry season!! Yeah, I know the peak of it was a while ago, but when I saw that strawberries were going on sale again, I simply couldn’t resist.
When it comes to pie, I feel like no one can have just one favorite. You have to have two. One favorite from the cream pie family, and one from the fruit family (we’ll completely ignore pecan pie…yuck!). My favorites would be: coconut cream pie (for the creams), and for the fruits, definitely STRAWBERRY!
I’m always really upset when I’m out to eat, and the piece of strawberry pie costs more than every other piece of pie. That being said, I’ve had my taste of many coconut creams, but strawberry pie always seem like such a delicacy.
Mini Strawberry Lime Tarts: A Pinch of Glitter
Confession(s): I have never made my own strawberry pie (until now…keep reading!). I have made other pies though, so that counts, right? I have also never made my own pastry type pie crust. I mean, graham cracker crust is just a million times better. Both of these things being said, these tarts were a completely new adventure for me. I knew I wouldn’t put them on the blog if they didn’t taste good, but oh boy…they taste gooooood!
Mini Strawberry Lime Tarts: A Pinch of Glitter
There was only one thing that I did wrong that I would change. On many of the tart crusts, I made the crust way too thick. I’ll admit that I was in a hurry when I made them (they had to be on time to a ward party!), so I didn’t take the time shaping them as I should. Some of them turned out great! But the ones with the thick bottoms could have used more filling instead of so much crust. But hey, maybe if you’re a crust person you would have liked it more than I did!
So, as I mentioned, I took them to a party. I took two large platters full. Let’s just say they were one of the first things to go. I highly recommend this treat! It’s great for parties, showers, or just as a delightful refreshment!
Mini Strawberry Lime Tarts: A Pinch of Glitter
Mini Strawberry Lime Tarts
Ingredients:
1 lb. fresh strawberries
1 cup sugar
3 Tbs. strawberry Jell-O mix
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup water
1/4 cup lime juice
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 Tbs. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/4 cups flour
Directions:
1. Mix together the final four ingredients (the ingredients for the crust) just until mixed and a soft dough forms.
2. Evenly press the dough into well greased and floured miniature muffin tins. Use just enough dough to cover the bottom and sides (leaving room for filling!), but be sure it is enough that the crust will remain strong.
3. Place in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, mix the sugar, jell-o mix, and cornstarch together in a medium saucepan.
5. Once mixed, stir in the water, and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the liquid turns translucent (about 10-15 minutes).
6. Stir in the lime juice, and heat (while still stirring!) for an additional 1-2 minutes or until well incorporated.
7. Remove from heat and allow to cool to just above room temperature. (The refrigerator can help you out with this! Just don’t let it get too cold.)
8. Meanwhile, your crust should be about ready to bake. Heat the oven to 350. Using a fork, poke a few holes in each crust and place in the oven to bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pans. Once cool, gently remove from pans.
10. Meanwhile, slice your strawberries into miniature bits, and if you would like, a lime or two for garnish.
11. Once your filling has cooled to room temperature or just slightly warmer, you are ready to assemble your tarts. Add about half the filling to your strawberries and mix to evenly coat.
12. Fill each tart with the coated strawberries.
13. Top each tart with some more glaze (it is really thick, so be patient while it fills in the cracks!)
14. Chill until ready to serve. Garnish each piece with a lime slice immediately prior to serving (they turn pink within a few hours). Enjoy!!
**For pie instructions, continue reading!
Strawberry Lime Pie: A Pinch of Glitter
Since I really love strawberry pie, and I knew I would be taking my tarts to a party, I made double the filling 
I had a graham cracker pie crust already on hand, so I quickly poured the rest of my filling in there and had two quick (delicious) treats in one! Wohoo!! To make this, just follow the recipe above for the filling, and simply place into a pie crust instead of the mini tart crusts. Easy peasy!
Strawberry Lime Pie: A Pinch of Glitter
Wow, looks so tasty. You kick butt.
Thanks Willie!
This looks amazing!! Found you over at Fantastic Thursday. I am co-hosting Tasty Tuesdays this week and would love for you to link up this recipe.
http://www.lorisculinarycreations.com/2013/07/TastyTuesdays2.html
Lori
Lori’s Culinary Creations
Thanks Lori!!
AH these are SO cute!!! They look and sound like they would taste delicious!! Ty for sharing!
Thanks Ruth! The lime and strawberry are just perfect
Thanks for stopping by!
I just love your Strawberry Lime Tarts. Thank you so much for sharing your awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great weekend and come back soon!
Miz Helen
Thanks Miz Helen! They’re one of my favorites. They’re just so cute and dainty, but they sure are tasty! Thanks for stopping by!
Thanks for coming to Marvelous Mondays, I’ve shared these tasty little treats on my fb and twitter accounts.
Thanks Paula!
This sounds really good! Perfect combo! Thanks for sharing at Sweet & Savory Saturdays #24!
~Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later!
http://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com
Thanks Amber! Strawberry and Lime is one of my favorite combos!
I love these teeny tiny tarts – especially the strawberry and lime flavour combination!
Hi Nicky! I love these tarts so much, so I’m glad that you like them as well
Thanks for stopping by!
This looks awesome!!! We would love it if you would link up at our first linky party this Wednesday :
http://thekoenigscreate.blogspot.com/
Live every Wednesday to Friday.
Hosted by: Jason & Jamie Koenig
We hope to see you there!
Hi Jamie! I will for sure link up to your party! Thank you for inviting me and letting me know about it.
Strawberry and lime a delicious combination – love the photos, makes me want to gobble it up!
Thanks again for sharing with us at the the BeBetsy BRAG ABOUT IT .
Sharon and Denise ♥
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Hi Sharon! Thank you so much! I’ve been working hard to improve my photos, so your comment means a lot to me
Thanks for stopping by!
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