Mushroom Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe
These Mushroom Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts combine flaky puff pastry with a savory sautéed mushroom and shallot filling, topped with creamy herbed goat cheese and fresh thyme. Perfect as an elegant appetizer, snack, or light meal, these tarts balance crispy texture with rich, tangy flavors for a delightful bite at any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 tarts 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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For the Tart Shells:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- All-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
For the Filling:
- 2 cups mushrooms (any variety), finely chopped
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces herbed goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the tarts bake evenly and do not stick.
- Prepare the Mushroom Shallot Filling: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add finely chopped shallots and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chopped mushrooms and cook until the moisture evaporates and mushrooms are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll the thawed puff pastry sheet slightly thinner. Cut into equal squares or rectangles depending on your preferred tart size. Arrange the pastry pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
- Assemble the Tarts: Spoon a generous amount of the mushroom and shallot mixture onto each puff pastry square. Crumble herbed goat cheese evenly over the filling on each tart.
- Fold and Seal: Gently fold the edges of the puff pastry toward the center to create rustic, free-form tarts. Brush the exposed edges of the pastry with the beaten egg wash to promote browning and shine.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with fresh thyme leaves. Allow the tarts to cool slightly before serving to enjoy their flaky texture and rich filling.
Notes
- Let the mushroom filling cool slightly before assembling to prevent the puff pastry from becoming soggy.
- Use fresh thyme for garnish to add a fragrant herbal note and visual appeal.
- Feel free to use any mushrooms you prefer or have on hand, such as cremini, button, or shiitake.
- You can prepare the mushroom shallot filling a day ahead and refrigerate it for convenience.
- Ensure puff pastry is properly thawed but still cold to aid in shaping and rising during baking.
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