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Prize Winning Festive Phyllo Tarts Recipe

These elegant phyllo tarts won a Maytag stove in a Splenda contest! A delicious and surprisingly diabetic-friendly dessert, perfect for any occasion. Customize them with seasonal toppings like mincemeat for Thanksgiving or Christmas, or simply dust with confectioners' sugar for a lighter touch. The flaky phyllo crust and creamy, subtly sweet filling create a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Impress your guests with this show-stopping dessert recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 111 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Prize Winning Festive Phyllo Tarts

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How to Make Prize Winning Festive Phyllo Tarts

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. **Make the Filling:** In a food processor, combine 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, 1/2 cup Splenda (or equivalent sweetener), 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Process until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. **Prepare the Phyllo:** Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin. Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean work surface. Brush lightly with melted margarine.
  4. Top with a second sheet of phyllo and brush again with melted margarine.
  5. Cut the double layer of phyllo into 12 squares.
  6. Place one square in each muffin cup, pressing gently into the bottom and up the sides, allowing the corners to extend upwards to form points.
  7. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets, placing each subsequent square on top with a 1/4 turn to create an overlapping, pointed design.
  8. Divide the cream cheese filling evenly among the tart shells.
  9. Add 1/2 tablespoon of your chosen optional topping (e.g., mincemeat, fruit preserves) to the center of each tart, if desired. (Omit for a lower carb option).
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set.
  11. Let the tarts cool slightly in the muffin tin on a wire rack before removing to cool completely.
  12. Refrigerate before serving. Garnish with fresh fruit (optional).
  13. Store refrigerated leftovers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

20g

Carbs

1g

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