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Goat Cheese and Walnut Tarts

Irresistible Goat Cheese and Walnut Tarts for Easy Entertaining

Discover the delightful combination of creamy goat cheese and crunchy walnuts in these easy-to-make appetizers, perfect for entertaining.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Frozen Puff Pastry Thaw beforehand for easy handling.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Goat Cheese Adds rich creaminess and tang; ricotta can be used for a milder alternative.
  • 1 cup California Walnuts Chopped; can swap in pecans or almonds.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Or agave syrup for a vegan substitute.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Herbs De Provence Or Italian seasoning as an alternative.
  • 4 sprigs Fresh Thyme For garnish; consider using rosemary for a twist.
For Garnish
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash; substitute with milk wash for vegan.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Pastry Brush
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare your work surface with a light dusting of flour.
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry until about 1/8-inch thick. Cut out eight circles, each approximately 5 inches in diameter.
  3. Place the pastry circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Add about 2 tablespoons of goat cheese in the center of each circle, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Herbs de Provence.
  4. Sprinkle chopped California walnuts over the goat cheese layer on each tart and drizzle honey over the walnuts.
  5. Whisk together the egg with a teaspoon of warm water. Brush the egg wash around the borders of each tart.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Let the tarts cool slightly, then garnish with fresh thyme and an extra drizzle of honey before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store baked tarts in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze before baking for up to 2 months.

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