Mushroom, Shallot, and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe

Introduction

These Mushroom, Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts combine flaky puff pastry with a savory, creamy filling that’s perfect for appetizers or a light meal. The earthy mushrooms and fragrant herbs make each bite deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup mushrooms, chopped (such as cremini or button)
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 ounces herbed goat cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 large egg
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley), for garnish

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step 2: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut the pastry into squares or circles, depending on your tartlet molds.
3. Step 3: Place the pastry pieces into tartlet molds, ensuring they fit well. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent puffing during baking.
4. Step 4: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped mushrooms, shallots, and garlic. Sauté until mushrooms are softened and shallots are translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
5. Step 5: In a bowl, mix the softened herbed goat cheese with heavy cream until creamy. Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
6. Step 6: Add the sautéed mushrooms and shallots to the cheese mixture. Stir until well combined.
7. Step 7: Spoon the mushroom and cheese mixture into the prepared pastry shells, filling each one to the brim.
8. Step 8: Place the filled tarts in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set.
9. Step 9: Remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before removing them from the molds.
10. Step 10: Garnish with fresh herbs before serving for an extra touch of flavor.

Tips & Variations

• Use a mix of wild mushrooms for a deeper, earthier flavor.
• Swap herbed goat cheese with cream cheese and fresh herbs if goat cheese is not available.
• To make these tarts ahead, prepare filling and shell separately, then assemble just before baking.

Storage

Store leftover tarts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes to keep the pastry crisp. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen puff pastry for this recipe?

Yes, just be sure to thaw the puff pastry fully before rolling it out to ensure it is easy to handle and bakes evenly.

What can I substitute for herbed goat cheese?

You can use plain goat cheese mixed with fresh chopped herbs or substitute with cream cheese blended with garlic and herbs for a similar creamy texture and flavor.

Mushroom, Shallot, and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe

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These Mushroom, Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts are delicate, savory pastries that combine a flaky puff pastry crust with a creamy, flavorful filling of sautéed mushrooms, shallots, garlic, and herbed goat cheese. Perfect as appetizers or elegant snacks, these tarts are baked to golden perfection and garnished with fresh herbs for an aromatic finish.

• Author: Luna
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 6 tartlets 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: French-inspired
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Pastry

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed

Filling

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup mushrooms, chopped (such as cremini or button)
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 ounces herbed goat cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 large egg
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

• Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley), for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for a perfectly golden puff pastry.
2. Prepare Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into squares or circles sized to fit your tartlet molds.
3. Fit Pastry into Molds: Carefully place each pastry piece into the tartlet molds, pressing gently to fit. Prick the bottoms with a fork to prevent excessive puffing during baking.
4. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped mushrooms, shallots, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until mushrooms soften and shallots become translucent. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
5. Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, blend the softened herbed goat cheese with heavy cream until smooth and creamy. Beat in the egg until fully incorporated to create a luscious filling base.
6. Combine Ingredients: Fold the sautéed mushroom and shallot mixture into the cheese mixture, stirring well to evenly combine all flavors.
7. Fill Tart Shells: Spoon the mushroom and cheese filling generously into each pastry shell, filling them up to the edges.
8. Bake Tarts: Place the filled tartlets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set.
9. Cool Down: Remove the tarts from the oven and let them cool slightly before gently removing them from the molds.
10. Garnish: Finish by sprinkling fresh herbs like thyme or parsley on top of each tart for a fragrant and attractive presentation. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

• Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed to prevent cracking when rolling and shaping.
• Feel free to substitute cremini mushrooms with button or shiitake mushrooms for different flavor profiles.
• For a vegetarian option, the recipe is already suitable as it contains no meat.
• Use fresh herbs to enhance the aroma and freshness of the tarts.
• If you prefer smaller tartlets, adjust puff pastry cuts accordingly and reduce baking time slightly.
• Allow tarts to cool a bit so the filling sets properly and is easier to handle.

Keywords: Mushroom tarts, goat cheese tarts, puff pastry appetizers, savory tarts, herbed goat cheese, shallot tarts, easy baked appetizers