Tiramisu tarts

The classic “pick-me-up” dessert is perfect in any form it takes—be it ice cream, beautifully traditional, or even in mini tart form, it hits all the right notes. I chose a buttery pastry shell to showcase my tiramisu, as it’s relatively dainty and serves as a subtle carrier of the coffee flavour without overpowering it.

Tiramisu tarts - serves 6

Sweet pastry

187g flour

57g caster sugar

130g butter

1 egg yolk

Tiramisu

240ml whipping cream

150g mascarpone

45ml amarula

40g caster sugar

12ml, espresso

Garnish

Cocoa powder

chocolate curls

Method

Sweet pastry

●       Mix the flour, caster sugar & mascarpone. together

●       Rub in the butter, then add the egg

●       Mix until a dough forms, cling film and chill for 30 minutes

●       Roll the pastry to a thickness of 3mm.

●       Cut 8cm rounds and line 6 mini tart tins

●       Bake the pastries blind at 180 degrees for 20 minutes or until baked and golden

Tiramisu

●       Whisk together cream, sugar and mascarpone until thick.

●       Fold in the Amarula and espresso

●       Pipe the filling into each tart case right to the top and smooth the tops using an offset spatula

●       Leave to chill in the fridge

●       Remove the tarts from the fridge

●       Place a card on top of the tart, leaving half the tart uncovered

●       Dust evenly with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate curls

Make Ahead & Storage Tips

• Pastry: The pastry dough can be made up to 3 days in advance and kept in the fridge wrapped tightly in cling film. It also freezes well for up to a month—just defrost in the fridge overnight before using.

• Baked tart shells: Once baked, the tart shells can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days.

• Filled tarts: Once filled, the tarts should be kept in the fridge and enjoyed within 2 days for the best texture and flavour.

• Leftover filling: If you have any tiramisu filling left, spoon it into ramekins and top with cocoa powder for a quick no-crust dessert!

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Serving Suggestions

• These mini tiramisu tarts make a stunning finish to a dinner party or celebration table.

• Serve them with a shot of espresso or a glass of chilled Amarula for a luxe twist.

• For an extra indulgent touch, top each tart with a chocolate-covered espresso bean or a swirl of whipped cream.

• They also look beautiful styled on a tiered stand for high tea or special brunches.