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Must-Try Mini Pies and Tarts

Updated November 15, 2012
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Chocolate-Banana Cream Tartlets
Credit: James Carrier

Great things often come in small packages and that’s the case with these mini pies and tarts. Add them to your holiday dessert buffet, or just enjoy one as a perfectly portioned dessert.

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Nectarine-Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Pie Bites

Nectarine-Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Pie Bites
Credit: Iain Bagwell

Nectarine-Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Pie Bites Recipe

These mini fro-yo pies get their sweetness from fruit and just a touch of honey.

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Berry Tartlets

Berry Tartlets
Credit: Eva Kolenko; Styling: Kelly Allen

Berry Tartlets Recipe

These dainty little tarts have an unusual depth of character, thanks to their graham-cracker-like crusts.

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Mini Strawberry Tarts

Mini Strawberry Tarts
Credit: Greg Dupree Styling: Ginny Branch

Mini Strawberry Tarts Recipe

This crumbly pistachio crust perfectly pairs with cream cheese and strawberries to make the ultimate single-serving tarts. Also, minis make sharing (or not) really easy!

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Mini Chocolate Chess Tarts

Mini Chocolate Chess Tarts
Credit: Alison Miksch; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Mini Chocolate Chess Tarts Recipe

These little chocolate bites are the perfect addition to the dessert table and make a great grab-and-go solution for that sweet tooth craving.

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Mini Rhubarb Ginger Crostatas

Mini Rhubarb Ginger Crostatas
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Emma Star Jensen

Mini Rhubarb Ginger Crostatas Recipe

The filling in these pies is on the tart side, so they're especially good with vanilla ice cream. Semolina flour in the dough is optional but adds complexity and crunch.

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Spiced Apple Two-Bite Tarts

Spiced Apple Two-Bite Tarts
Credit: Andrew Purcell; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell

Spiced Apple Two-Bite Tarts Recipe

The nutty pastry is absolutely delicious, like pecan shortbread, and makes a delicious base for the spiced apple filling. The crème fraîche dollop is more than just a pretty garnish; its rich, tangy flavor makes these sublime.

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Summer Berry Tartlets

Summer Berry Tartlets
Credit: Oxmoor House

Summer Berry Tartlets Recipe

The choice of berry is yours for these tasty bite-sized treats. We loved them with both blackberries and raspberries.

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Pecan-Raisin Mini Tarts

Pecan-Raisin Mini-Tarts

Pecan-Raisin Mini Tarts Recipe

Fill mini phyllo tart shells with a mixture that resembles pecan pie filling. Top with whipped cream and grated nutmeg for a simply stunning holiday treat.

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Nectarine Tarts with Honey

Nectarine Tarts with Honey
Credit: Alison Miksch; Styling: Marian Cooper Cairns

Nectarine Tarts with Honey Recipe

These quick little tarts are so pretty and only require four ingredients.

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Two-Bite Chocolate Cream Pies

Two-Bite Chocolate Cream Pies
Credit: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Karen Shinto

Two-Bite Chocolate Cream Pies Recipe

These dreamy little pies are a chocolate-lovers delight. Serve these indulgent treats at your holiday gathering, family reunion, or girls' night in.

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Mini Raspberry Tarts

raspberry-cheese-tarts
Credit: John Kernick

Mini Raspberry Tarts Recipe

Refrigerated sugar cookie dough is the base for these petite tarts, filled with a sweetened cream cheese mixture and topped with fresh raspberries.

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Mason Jar Cherry Pies

Mason Jar Cherry Pies

Mason Jar Cherry Pies Recipe

These adorable personal-sized cherry pies will be the star of your summer gathering.

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Lemon Tarts

Lemon Tarts
Credit: Antonis Achilleos

Lemon Tarts Recipe

Zesty Lemon Tarts are adorable and easy to eat, especially when you're craving just a bite of something sweet. Plus, they cost just 25¢ a serving!

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Mini Fruit Tartlets

Mini Fruit Tartlets
Credit: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Stephana Bottom

Mini Fruit Tartlets Recipe

Like a tiny version of fruit pizza, Mini Fruit Tartlets are a simple, figure-flattering way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Lemon Almond Tarts

Lemon-Almond Tarts
Credit: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Lemon Almond Tarts Recipe

If you don't have mini tart pans, make this dessert in a (9-inch) tart pan; the results will be just as delicious.

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Mini Cherry Pies

Mini Cherry Pies
Credit: Kate Mathis; Styling: Paul Grimes

Mini Cherry Pies Recipe

These budget-friendly beauties are the perfect dessert solution. Mini pies take the effort out of cutting and serving pie, making them ideal for buffet spreads.

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Baklava Tartlets

Baklava Tartlets
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris-Pursell

Baklava Tartlets Recipe

Instead of layering the honey and nut mixture between buttery layers of phyllo dough as you would do when making traditional baklava, here you spoon the mixture into mini phyllo tart shells.

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Crunchy Pecan Pie Bites

Crunchy Pecan Pie Bites
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine

Crunchy Pecan Pie Bites Recipe

Cram all the amazing flavor of pecan pie into these bite-sized treats that are perfect for parties and gift-giving alike.

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Mile-High Mini Strawberry Pies

Mile-High Mini Strawberry Pies
Credit: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Mile-High Mini Strawberry Pies Recipe

Homemade pastry crusts, creamy lemon filling, strawberry topping, and vanilla cream are the components of these mini pies. Another option is to bake one large "Mega Pie" instead.

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Dulce de Leche Tartlets

Dulce de Leche Tartlets
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Dulce de Leche Tartlets Recipe

Looking for a quick dessert that's ideal for a weeknight potluck or party? These petite tarts are the answer. With just the right amount of crunch from the candy bar pieces to complement the rich, smooth dulce de leche filling, they'll disappear fast!

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Mocha Cream Pie

Mocha Cream Pie

Mocha Cream Pie Recipe

Impress guests by serving individual pies to each dinner guest or couple at the table. Make the heavenly crust by crumbling chocolate cookie sandwiches and combining with a little butter, for good measure.

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Chocolate-Coffee Cheesecake Tartlets

Chocolate-Coffee Cheesecake Tartlets
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Chocolate-Coffee Cheesecake Tartlets Recipe

Treat yourself to this bite-size dessert featuring coffee-flavored chocolate cheesecake in a mini phyllo shell. Easy pick-up desserts like this one are perfect for entertaining, so you may want to double the recipe.

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Strawberry-Rhubarb Tartlets

Strawberry-Rhubarb Tartlets
Credit: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Strawberry-Rhubarb Tartlets Recipe

We used a 2 1/2- x 3-inch fluted rectangular cookie cutter to cut the dough for these adorable tarts. You can also cut them by hand or use a round cutter. Serve for breakfast, dessert, or as a sweet snack.

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Mini Fruit Galettes

Mini Fruit Galettes
Credit: Tina Rupp; Styling: Deborah Williams/Pat Bates and Associates

Mini Fruit Galettes Recipe

If you're thowing a last-minute cocktail party, grab a few grocery store items and dress up these Mini Fruit Galettes.

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Coconut Tartlets with Poached Pineapple

Coconut Tartlets with Poached Pineapple and Mascarpone Cream
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Coconut Tartlets with Poached Pineapple Recipe

Refreshing and bright, with the tropical flair of pineapple and coconut, these little tarts are a fun departure from typical desserts.

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Tiny Caramel Tarts

Tiny Caramel Tarts
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Tiny Caramel Tarts Recipe

Add a festive touch! Just before serving, sprinkle tarts with finely chopped chocolate, crystallized ginger, toffee, or Buttered Pecans.

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Apple-Cranberry Mince Tartlets

Apple-Cranberry Mince Tartlets
Credit: David Prince

Apple-Cranberry Mince Tartlets Recipe

Apples, cranberries, dates, honey, and spices make up the mince for these individual tartlets. Serve with vanilla ice cream, if desired.

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Strawberry-Fromage Blanc Tartlets

Strawberry-Fromage Blanc Tartlets
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Strawberry-Fromage Blanc Tartlets Recipe

You can make these delicious little sweets without their toppings up to a day ahead and reheat them in the oven before serving. Fromage blanc is a soft, mild, fresh cream cheese.

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Chocolate-Hazelnut Tartlets

Chocolate-Hazelnut Tartlets
Credit: William Dickey; Styling: Rose Nguyen

Chocolate-Hazelnut Tartlets Recipe

Jarred chocolate-hazelnut spread is the filling for these tiny tartlets. You could also use the homemade tartlet shells as a base for any fillings--savory or sweet--that you desire.

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Mini Apple Pies

Mini Apple Pies
Credit: Mark Thomas; Styling: Gerri Williams

Mini Apple Pies Recipe

These Mini Apple Pies taste as tasty as they are cute. Add a dollop of whipped cream for a festive touch.

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Townies

Townies
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Townies Recipe

Townies are all the things you love about brownies, except they're baked in tiny tart shells to create a fun, sweet-and-salty treat.

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Chocolate-Banana Cream Tartlets

Chocolate-Banana Cream Tartlets
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Chocolate-Banana Cream Tartlets Recipe

Individual tartlets are ideal for entertaining and this recipe is like an elegant version of a banana cream pie with a sweet chocolate crust.

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    1 of 32 Nectarine-Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Pie Bites
    2 of 32 Berry Tartlets
    3 of 32 Mini Strawberry Tarts
    4 of 32 Mini Chocolate Chess Tarts
    5 of 32 Mini Rhubarb Ginger Crostatas
    6 of 32 Spiced Apple Two-Bite Tarts
    7 of 32 Summer Berry Tartlets
    8 of 32 Pecan-Raisin Mini Tarts
    9 of 32 Nectarine Tarts with Honey
    10 of 32 Two-Bite Chocolate Cream Pies
    11 of 32 Mini Raspberry Tarts
    12 of 32 Mason Jar Cherry Pies
    13 of 32 Lemon Tarts
    14 of 32 Mini Fruit Tartlets
    15 of 32 Lemon Almond Tarts
    16 of 32 Mini Cherry Pies
    17 of 32 Baklava Tartlets
    18 of 32 Crunchy Pecan Pie Bites
    19 of 32 Mile-High Mini Strawberry Pies
    20 of 32 Dulce de Leche Tartlets
    21 of 32 Mocha Cream Pie
    22 of 32 Chocolate-Coffee Cheesecake Tartlets
    23 of 32 Strawberry-Rhubarb Tartlets
    24 of 32 Mini Fruit Galettes
    25 of 32 Coconut Tartlets with Poached Pineapple
    26 of 32 Tiny Caramel Tarts
    27 of 32 Apple-Cranberry Mince Tartlets
    28 of 32 Strawberry-Fromage Blanc Tartlets
    29 of 32 Chocolate-Hazelnut Tartlets
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