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Goat Cheese and Walnut Tarts

Goat Cheese and Walnut Tarts: Irresistibly Creamy Bites

Enjoy irresistible Goat Cheese and Walnut Tarts, a delicious blend of creamy cheese and crunchy walnuts in a flaky pastry.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tarts
  • 1 package Frozen Puff Pastry Ensure fully thawed
  • 8 oz Goat Cheese Substitute with cream cheese if desired
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Herbs De Provence Substitute with Italian seasoning if necessary
For the Topping
  • 1 cup California Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or almonds
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup is a great vegan alternative
  • 1 large Egg Omit for a vegan version
  • 1 sprig Fresh Thyme Can substitute with parsley

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into eight 5-inch circles.
  3. Score a ¼-inch border around each pastry circle without cutting through.
  4. Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of goat cheese into the center of each pastry and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Herbs De Provence.
  5. Distribute chopped walnuts on top and drizzle honey over each tart.
  6. Whisk together an egg with a teaspoon of warm water and brush the mixture around the outer border of each pastry.
  7. Place tarts on a lined baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly and garnish each tart with a sprig of thyme and a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Can be made ahead of time; refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days, or freeze unbaked tarts for up to 2 months.

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