Mini Lemon Tarts (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Crust with Graham Crackers

01 - 2 tablespoons white sugar
02 - 10 crushed graham crackers (about 5 ounces, equals 1 cup of crumbs)
03 - 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter

→ Creamy Lemon Cheese Layer

04 - Softened cream cheese, 8 ounces
05 - 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla
06 - 2 teaspoons lemon peel shavings, split
07 - 1/3 cup of whipping cream, heavy
08 - 1/2 cup of sugar, granulated
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - Optional topping: fresh fruit or jam

# Instructions:

01 - Combine the crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter together. Push this mix into a lined mini muffin pan. Pop them into the freezer for 15-20 minutes.
02 - In one bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth. Separately, whip up the heavy cream with the vanilla until it's fluffy and forms soft peaks.
03 - Gently combine the whipped cream with the cream cheese blend. Spoon this creamy mix into the chilled crusts.
04 - Pop them into the fridge for a couple of hours to firm up. Toss some lemon zest and fruit on top before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Keep it cold for best results
02 - Perfect to make 3-5 days ahead
03 - Lasts 3 months frozen