Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
1 cup goat cheese, softened
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry and cut into 3-inch circles or squares.
- In a bowl, mix goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth. Stir in garlic, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté zucchini slices for 2–3 minutes until tender. Set aside.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange puff pastry pieces on it.
- Spoon a small dollop of the cheese mixture onto each pastry base and spread slightly.
- Top with zucchini slices and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Brush pastry edges with beaten egg for a golden crust.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool slightly and garnish with extra fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Add caramelized onions or roasted red peppers for a sweeter flavor.
Sprinkle mozzarella or Parmesan for extra richness.
Use feta or ricotta for a milder cheese flavor.
Serve warm, at room temperature, or slightly chilled.
Reheat in the oven for 8–10 minutes to keep pastry crisp.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg