Introduction
Breakfast tartlets bring fun, color, and variety to any New Year morning. With flaky shells, bright fillings, and quick baking times, they’re perfect for hosting or enjoying a peaceful start at home. This collection gives you cute, easy, flavorful tartlet ideas you can mix and match for sweet or savory brunch tables.
1. Mini Strawberry Cream Tartlets
Light cream and fresh strawberries create a bright, sweet tartlet made for morning smiles.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Fresh strawberries (sliced): 1 cup
- Whipping cream: 1 cup
- Sugar: 2 tbsp
- Vanilla extract: ½ tsp
Instructions
- Beat cream, sugar, and vanilla until thick.
- Spoon cream into shells.
- Top with sliced strawberries.
- Chill 20 minutes before serving.
How to Serve It
Add a dusting of powdered sugar for softness.
2. Blueberry Lemon Custard Tartlets
The tangy lemon base pairs beautifully with juicy blueberries.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Lemon curd: ¾ cup
- Blueberries: 1 cup
Instructions
- Fill shells with lemon curd.
- Add blueberries on top.
- Chill 15 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a lemon zest sprinkle.
3. Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Tartlets
These bring warm spice and soft fruit sweetness to your plate.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Diced apples: 1 cup
- Cinnamon: ½ tsp
- Brown sugar: 2 tbsp
- Butter: 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Sauté apples with cinnamon, sugar, and butter 5 minutes.
- Spoon warm filling into shells.
- Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 8 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with a small dollop of cream.
4. Chocolate Hazelnut Tartlets
A rich but simple breakfast treat.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Chocolate hazelnut spread: ½ cup
- Crushed hazelnuts: 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Fill shells with chocolate spread.
- Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 6 minutes.
- Add hazelnuts.
How to Serve It
Serve slightly warm for extra softness.
5. Peach Yogurt Tartlets
A fresh, light tartlet perfect for sunny mornings.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Greek yogurt: 1 cup
- Peach slices: 1 cup
Instructions
- Spoon yogurt into shells.
- Add peach slices.
- Chill 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Drizzle a touch of honey.
6. Raspberry Almond Tartlets
A bright, nutty flavor pairing that feels festive.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Almond cream: ½ cup
- Raspberries: 1 cup
Instructions
- Spread almond cream in shells.
- Bake 350°F (177°C) for 10 minutes.
- Add raspberries.
How to Serve It
Dust with crushed almonds.
7. Banana Caramel Tartlets
Smooth caramel gives these tartlets a soft, dessert-like feel.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Caramel sauce: ½ cup
- Banana slices: 1 cup
Instructions
- Spoon caramel into shells.
- Add banana slices.
- Bake 325°F (163°C) for 5 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a drizzle of extra caramel.
8. Sweet Potato Breakfast Tartlets
A cozy savory-sweet option with smooth texture.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Mashed sweet potato: 1 cup
- Maple syrup: 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Mix sweet potato and maple.
- Spoon into shells.
- Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a pinch of cinnamon.
9. Spinach & Egg Mini Tartlets
A cute brunch-friendly savory tart.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Spinach (chopped): 1 cup
- Eggs: 6
- Salt: ½ tsp
Instructions
- Fill shells with spinach.
- Crack half an egg into each.
- Bake 350°F (177°C) for 12 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with cracked pepper.
10. Ham & Cheese Tartlets
Classic flavors in a bite-size shell.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Shredded cheese: 1 cup
- Diced ham: ½ cup
Instructions
- Add cheese and ham to shells.
- Bake 350°F (177°C) for 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with chives.
11. Berry Mascarpone Tartlets
Smooth mascarpone pairs perfectly with fresh berries.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Mascarpone: ¾ cup
- Mixed berries: 1 cup
Instructions
- Spoon mascarpone into shells.
- Add berries.
- Chill 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Drizzle honey for shine.
12. Mango Coconut Tartlets
A tropical-inspired breakfast tartlet.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Coconut yogurt: 1 cup
- Diced mango: 1 cup
Instructions
- Fill shells with yogurt.
- Top with mango.
- Chill 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add shredded coconut.
13. Cherry Chocolate Tartlets
A sweet, rich pairing perfect for special mornings.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Chocolate ganache: ¾ cup
- Cherries: 1 cup
Instructions
- Pour ganache into shells.
- Add cherries.
- Chill 20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a light cocoa dusting.
14. Maple Walnut Tartlets
A sweet breakfast option with crunchy texture.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Maple syrup: ⅓ cup
- Chopped walnuts: ½ cup
Instructions
- Spoon maple into shells.
- Add walnuts.
- Bake 325°F (163°C) for 8 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve warm.
15. Kiwi Vanilla Tartlets
Fresh and colorful with gentle sweetness.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Vanilla pudding: 1 cup
- Kiwi slices: 1 cup
Instructions
- Fill shells with pudding.
- Add kiwi slices.
- Chill 15 minutes.
How to Serve It
Drizzle a bit of lemon honey.
16. Pumpkin Spice Tartlets
A cozy seasonal breakfast treat.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Pumpkin purée: 1 cup
- Cinnamon: ½ tsp
- Maple syrup: 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Mix pumpkin, cinnamon, and maple.
- Fill shells.
- Bake 350°F (177°C) for 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add whipped cream.
17. Yogurt Granola Tartlets
A crisp, creamy breakfast option.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Greek yogurt: 1 cup
- Granola: ½ cup
- Berries: ½ cup
Instructions
- Spoon yogurt into shells.
- Add granola and berries.
- Serve immediately.
How to Serve It
Add a drizzle of maple syrup.
18. Sausage & Egg Tartlets
A hearty morning option in bite-size form.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Cooked sausage crumbles: 1 cup
- Eggs: 4
- Salt: ½ tsp
Instructions
- Beat eggs with salt.
- Add sausage to shells.
- Pour egg mixture.
- Bake 350°F (177°C) for 12 minutes.
How to Serve It
Sprinkle with cheese.
19. Honey Ricotta Tartlets
Light, creamy, and gently sweet.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Ricotta: 1 cup
- Honey: 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Spoon ricotta into shells.
- Drizzle honey.
- Chill 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add sliced figs when in season.
20. Avocado & Egg Tartlets
A smooth, filling savory tartlet.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Avocado slices: 1 cup
- Eggs: 6
- Salt: ½ tsp
Instructions
- Bake empty shells 350°F (177°C) for 5 minutes.
- Add avocado slices.
- Pour half an egg into each.
- Bake 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add chili flakes.
21. Pear Honey Tartlets
Soft fruit and warm honey create a charming morning flavor.
Ingredients
- Mini tart shells: 12
- Pear slices: 1 cup
- Honey: 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Fill shells with pears.
- Drizzle honey.
- Bake 325°F (163°C) for 8 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a pinch of cinnamon sugar.
Conclusion
These cute breakfast tartlets add color, flavor, and fun variety to your New Year table. Save your favorites, try a few new combinations, or mix sweet and savory options for a balanced brunch spread. Share them with friends and family to brighten their morning too.
