Blueberry Almond Ricotta Tart Jars

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When it comes to summer entertaining, I like light, easy and effortless. These Blueberry Almond Ricotta Tarts are just the right amount of sweet. To make it easy, I took some liberty with the “tart” part and used a graham cracker crust base in a mason jar. It makes this a fun and simple dessert that you can whip up in no time.

A crumbled crust lines the bottom of the jar and ricotta is whipped with a bit of mascarpone cheese, lemon zest and honey to create that “just right” sweetness.

This is then piped onto the top of the crust and topped with a caramelized almond and blueberry mixture.

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Blueberry Almond Ricotta Tart Jars

Author: Stephanie

Recipe type: Dessert

Prep time: 20 mins

Total time: 20 mins

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust - Crumbled
1 c. Ricotta (whole milk works best)
½ c. Mascarpone Cheese
1 tsp fresh lemon zest
1 tbsp honey
½ cup blueberries
½ cup sliced almonds
1 tbsp butter
¼ cup brown sugar

Instructions

To make the caramelized blueberries/almonds:
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Melt butter over low heat
Add brown sugar until it melts and combines with butter.
Add almonds - allow to cook for 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat and add blueberries to mixture - stirring to combine. Set aside and allow to cool.
To make jars:
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Crush a graham cracker crust, tart crust or make your own with graham crackers.
Line bottom of each jar with graham cracker crust.
In a bowl, combine ricotta and mascarpone cheese. Mix well. Add honey and lemon zest and combine until well mixed and soft.
Pipe or spoon the mixture into each jar and top with blueberry mixture.
You can prepare ahead and refrigerate. Enjoy!