Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts Recipe

Create 11 perfectly sized tart shells using this recipe, designed for a 11-inch x 1-inch round quiche/tart pan. These buttery, flaky shells are the ideal base for your favorite fruit tarts or savory quiches. Bake them ahead of time and fill them with fresh fruit and apple jelly for a delightful dessert, or use them to create stunning quiches. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these elegant and delicious mini tarts!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 178.9 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts

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How to Make Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts

  1. Whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
  2. Cut 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter into 1/2-inch slices.
  3. Add the butter slices to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon ice water and gently mix.
  5. Add another tablespoon of ice water and mix until the dough just begins to come together.
  6. Add a few more drops of ice water if necessary, until the dough forms a rough ball. Do not overmix.
  7. Lightly flour a clean work surface and turn the dough out onto it. Gently knead the dough 2-3 times to bring it together.
  8. Roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Using a 3-inch cookie cutter or knife, cut out 11 circles to fit your tart pan.
  9. Gently press each circle of dough into the tart pan cups, ensuring the dough evenly lines the bottom and sides.
  10. Trim any excess dough from the edges.
  11. Prick the bottom of each tart shell with a fork.
  12. For a blind bake (for quiches): Line each shell with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  13. For fruit tarts: Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool completely before filling with your favorite fresh fruit and topping with melted apple jelly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

36g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts?

Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts?

Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts has approximately 178.9 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts?

The key ingredients for Pastry Shell For 11 Fruit Or Quiche Tarts are All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Cold Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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