Zesty Mexican Lime and Avocado Tart with Tequila Whipped Cream
A refreshing tart with a Tequila twist
This tart combines the creamy richness of avocados with the zest of fresh limes, all topped with a luxurious tequila-infused whipped cream.
- 1 h 30 min
- 8
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Crust
For the Filling
For the Tequila Whipped Cream
For Garnish
Preparation
Preparing the Crust
Preheat and combine
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Make sure all ingredients are well mixed for an even crust.
Press into pan
Press the mixture into the bottom of a tart pan to form an even crust.
Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before baking for a firmer base.
Bake crust
Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden and set.
Preparing the Filling
Combine ingredients
In a blender or food processor, combine avocados, sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and zest.
Use perfectly ripe avocados and limes for the best flavor.
Blend until smooth
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Avoid over-blending to prevent the filling from becoming too liquidy.
Assemble tart
Pour the filling evenly over the prepared crust.
Cooking Process
Baking the Crust
Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden and set.
Setting the Tart
Refrigerate the filled tart for at least 1 hour to set the filling.
Whipping the Cream
Using a stand mixer, whip together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and tequila until soft peaks form.
Plating & Serving
Zesty Mexican Lime and Avocado Tart with Tequila Whipped Cream
Zesty Mexican Lime and Avocado Tart with Tequila Whipped Cream
Plating & Serving
Gently remove the tart from the pan, transfer to a serving plate, and top with Tequila Whipped Cream, garnishing with lime slices and mint leaves for a pop of color.