Description
These Mushroom Puff Pastry Tarts are delightful appetizers featuring a golden, flaky puff pastry base topped with sautéed mushrooms, creamy cheese, and fresh herbs. Perfect for entertaining or a savory snack, these tarts combine rich flavors and textures with easy preparation.
Ingredients
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Mushroom Mixture
- 8 oz fresh button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter, for sautéing
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Pastry and Cheese
- 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry, thawed
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese or ricotta
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Add-ins
- Cheese swap: goat cheese or feta instead of cream cheese or ricotta
- Additional vegetables: spinach, caramelized onions, or roasted red peppers
- Meat additions: crispy bacon bits or finely diced ham
- Vegan option: dairy-free cream cheese and omit Parmesan cheese
- Spices: crushed red pepper flakes or smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Clean and finely chop the mushrooms. Mince the garlic and dice the onion evenly to ensure balanced cooking and flavor.
- Sauté the Aromatics and Mushrooms: Heat olive oil or butter over medium heat in a skillet. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent. Stir in the chopped mushrooms and cook until their moisture evaporates and they brown slightly. Season with salt, pepper, and the fresh herbs of choice.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry. Cut into desired shapes such as squares or circles. Place the pastry pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly apart.
- Assemble the Tarts: Spread a thin layer of cream cheese or ricotta over each puff pastry piece. Top with the sautéed mushroom mixture, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over each tart to encourage a golden, crispy crust.
- Bake the Tarts: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the assembled tarts on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes, until the puff pastry is golden, crisp, and has puffed beautifully.
- Serve: Remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Serve warm to enjoy the rich flavors and flaky texture.
Notes
- For a different cheese flavor, swap cream cheese or ricotta with goat cheese or feta.
- Add extra vegetables like spinach, caramelized onions, or roasted red peppers for variety.
- For a non-vegetarian option, add crispy bacon bits or finely diced ham.
- To make this recipe vegan, use dairy-free cream cheese and omit the Parmesan cheese.
- Enhance the flavor by adding spices like crushed red pepper flakes or smoked paprika.
- Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling to prevent cracking.
