Celestial Compass Tropical Fruit Tartlets
These elegant tartlets guide your palate through a delightful journey of sweet and tangy flavors. A crisp butter crust cradles a rich, bright lime custard, topped with a jewel-toned medley of fresh tropical fruit. They are a shimmering reward after any quest, perfect for sharing and celebrating.
Directions
- 1
For the crust: In a food processor, pulse together flour, chilled butter, powdered sugar, and salt until crumbly. Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, pulsing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- 2
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Press each piece into a 4-inch tartlet pan, ensuring an even crust up the sides. Prick the bottom with a fork. Chill for 30 minutes.
- 3
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake tartlet shells for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- 4
For the lime custard: In a medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, granulated sugar, and lime juice until smooth.
- 5
Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes). Do not boil.
- 6
Remove from heat and stir in the softened butter and lime zest until smooth and fully incorporated.
- 7
Pour the warm custard into the cooled tartlet shells, filling them almost to the top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled and set.
- 8
Before serving, arrange the fresh tropical fruit decoratively on top of the chilled custard. If desired, gently warm apricot jam and brush lightly over the fruit for a glossy finish.