Mini Berry Tarts

These mini berry tarts are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a fancy dessert for a party or a sweet treat for yourself. The combination of flaky pie crust, creamy filling, and fresh berries makes for a delightful bite-sized dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 1 package 14 ounces refrigerated pie crusts
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Assorted fresh berries such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
• 1/4 cup apricot preserves
• 1 tablespoon water

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 425F 220C

Unroll pie crusts and cut out circles using a cookie cutter or small glass

Press each circle into a mini muffin tin, forming tart shells

Prick the bottoms of the tart shells with a fork to prevent puffing during baking

Bake for 7-9 minutes or until lightly golden brown

Remove from oven and let cool completely

In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth

Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture into each cooled tart shell

Arrange assorted fresh berries on top of the cream cheese mixture

In a small saucepan, heat apricot preserves and water over low heat until melted and smooth

Brush the melted preserves over the berries to glaze

Chill tarts in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving

Enjoy these delightful mini berry tarts!