Bite Size Tomato and Mozzarella Tarts
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Bite-Size Tomato and Mozzarella Tarts, a crowd-pleasing combination of buttery puff pastry, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy fresh mozzarella. Perfectly seasoned with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, and finished with fragrant basil leaves, these tarts are baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. The flaky pastry base, lightly scored to create a crisp border, provides the ideal canvas for this classic Italian-inspired flavor medley. Ideal for entertaining or as a quick snack, these mini tarts offer elegant simplicity with big flavor. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a stunning bite-sized treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 sheet Puff pastry sheet
- 12 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Fresh mozzarella
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 piece Egg
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet to ensure it is evenly thin.
Using a 3-inch cookie cutter or a glass, cut the puff pastry into small circles and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Using a knife, lightly score a smaller circle inside each pastry circle, being careful not to cut all the way through. This will form a border for the tart.
Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it onto the edges of each pastry circle to help achieve a golden crust.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and place one or two halves in the center of each pastry circle.
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and place a piece on top of the tomatoes.
Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over each tart and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and immediately top each tart with half a basil leaf for a fresh, aromatic touch.
Allow the tarts to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.2 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 123 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
