Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Tomato Tartlets with Puff Pastry, a quick and easy recipe that transforms simple ingredients into an impressive appetizer or snack. These savory bites feature flaky puff pastry filled with creamy ricotta cheese, aromatic herbs, and juicy heirloom tomatoes. Perfect for any occasion—from brunch gatherings to casual evening snacks—these tartlets are sure to impress guests and satisfy your cravings. In just 30 minutes, you can create a stunning dish that elevates your culinary repertoire while remaining accessible to cooks of all skill levels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 8.5 oz sheet puff pastry
- ¾ cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 1 tsp kosher or sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp fresh basil (minced, plus more whole leaves for garnish)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ lb mini heirloom tomatoes (halved or sliced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into 9 rectangles, scoring the edges to create a border.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt, pepper, minced basil, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Spoon the ricotta mixture onto each pastry rectangle and top with halved tomatoes drizzled with olive oil.
- Brush the edges with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg