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Goat Cheese and Walnut Tarts

Delicious Goat Cheese and Walnut Tarts Perfect for Entertaining

These Goat Cheese and Walnut Tarts are an easy yet sophisticated appetizer for any gathering, balancing creamy goat cheese with crunchy walnuts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Base
  • 1 package Frozen Puff Pastry Thaw properly for easy handling.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Goat Cheese Can be swapped with feta for a sharper twist.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Herbs De Provence Consider fresh herbs for more flavor.
  • 1 cup California Walnuts Pecans are an alternative.
For the Sweet Drizzle
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be a vegan alternative.
For the Garnish
  • 1 large Egg Choose a vegan egg replacer for non-dairy.
  • 1 sprig Fresh Thyme Can be substituted with rosemary.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • round cutter
  • Knife
  • mixing bowl
  • pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry until 1/8 inch thick and cut out eight 5-inch circles.
  3. Score a ¼-inch border around each pastry circle.
  4. Add about 2 tablespoons of goat cheese in the center of each pastry circle. Season with salt, pepper, and Herbs de Provence.
  5. Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top and drizzle with honey.
  6. Whisk together egg with warm water for egg wash and brush the borders of each pastry circle.
  7. Bake the tarts for approximately 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Cool slightly, garnish with thyme, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tarts can be made ahead of time and frozen unbaked for later use. Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed for better handling.

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