Broccoli Cheese Appetizer Tarts
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Broccoli Cheese Appetizer Tarts, a perfect balance of flaky puff pastry, creamy filling, and golden, cheesy goodness. Featuring fresh, tender-crisp broccoli florets blended into a rich mixture of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic, these bite-sized tarts are as visually delightful as they are delicious. With a quick prep time and a short bake, these savory treats make an elegant yet easy option for parties, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dish. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Frozen puff pastry sheets
- 2 cups Fresh broccoli florets
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream
- 1 Egg
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets until they are slightly thinner, about 1/8 inch thick.
Using a round cookie cutter or glass (about 3-4 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the puff pastry. Gather and re-roll scraps if needed.
Gently press each puff pastry circle into the cups of a muffin tin to form tart shells.
Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture, leaving about 1/4 cup aside for topping.
Chop the blanched broccoli florets into small pieces and fold them into the filling mixture.
Spoon the filling into the prepared tart shells, filling each about 3/4 full.
Sprinkle the reserved shredded cheese on top of each tart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tarts are golden brown and the filling is set.
Remove the tarts from the oven, let them cool slightly, and carefully transfer them to a serving plate.
Serve warm and enjoy your Broccoli Cheese Appetizer Tarts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
203 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 278 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 110 mg | 2% | |
*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.
