Cream Cheese Tart Shells

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Cream cheese - 250 grams
2. Sugar - 50 grams
3. Unsalted butter - 100 grams
4. All-purpose flour - 200 grams
5. Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
6. Eggs - 2 large
7. Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar, and butter. Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
4. Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix until combined.
5. Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Pour the mixture into a greased tart pan.
7. Bake for 40 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Based on average values; actual nutritional content may vary)

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Fat: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture from the cream cheese.
• Sweet and vanilla-flavored, with a crispy and flaky crust.
• Perfect as a dessert or as a snack with coffee.

User Comments:

1. "This is an excellent dessert! The cream cheese filling is so smooth and creamy."
2. "The vanilla flavor is very pronounced, which I really liked."
3. "The crust is really crispy and goes well with the creamy filling."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to mix the ingredients just until combined, as overmixing may result in a tough tart shell.
• Use full-fat cream cheese for the best results. Low-fat cream cheese may result in a different texture and flavor.
• This tart can be served warm or at room temperature, depending on preference.