APRICOT CHEESECAKE TARTS

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Dark chocolate and the tart taste of apricots make these tiny cheesecakes from Alicia Montalvo Pagan in New Bedford, Massachusetts something special for a springtime buffet.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 15 tartlets.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 teaspoon shortening
1 package (1.9 ounces) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 teaspoons apricot nectar
3 dried apricots, cut into thin strips
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons grated chocolate

Steps:

In a microwave, melt bittersweet chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Brush over the bottom and up the sides of tart shells. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until chocolate is set. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in sour cream and apricot nectar. Spoon into shells. Cover and chill for at least 20 minutes. Just before serving, top with apricot strips and grated chocolate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.