Easy Phyllo Pastry Tarts with Hot Pepper Jelly
Elevate your appetizer game with these *Easy Phyllo Pastry Tarts with Hot Pepper Jelly*! Perfectly crispy phyllo pastry shells are layered with softened cream cheese and finished with a dollop of sweet and spicy hot pepper jelly, creating a delicious balance of textures and flavors in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple assembly using store-bought phyllo dough, these tarts are a quick yet elegant option for parties, holiday gatherings, or even a weeknight treat. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant touch, making these bite-sized tarts as visually stunning as they are mouthwatering. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this recipe will be the talk of your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 sheets Phyllo pastry sheets
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups Hot pepper jelly
- 2 tablespoons Finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by lightly greasing each cup or spraying with non-stick cooking spray.
Unroll the phyllo pastry sheets and lay them flat on a clean surface. Cover them with a slightly damp kitchen towel to prevent drying out while you work.
Take one sheet of phyllo pastry and lightly brush it with melted butter. Place another sheet on top, brush it with butter, and continue layering until all 8 sheets have been used.
Cut the stacked sheets into 12 equal squares. Gently press each square into the muffin tin cups, creating small tart shells. Be careful not to tear the delicate phyllo.
Fill each phyllo tart shell with about 1 tablespoon of softened cream cheese, spreading it slightly to create an even layer.
Top the cream cheese layer with 2 teaspoons of hot pepper jelly. Adjust the quantity slightly depending on how much heat and sweetness you like.
Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the tarts to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Before serving, sprinkle the tarts with finely chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 125.5 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.0 g | 385% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1535 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.9 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.3 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 368 mg | 8% | |
*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.
