Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Herby Olive Goat Cheese Tartlets, a perfect blend of creamy goat cheese and savory olives nestled in a buttery crust. These elegant mini tarts are ideal for any occasion, from casual gatherings to sophisticated brunches. Their vibrant presentation, enhanced by fresh herbs and zesty lemon, makes them not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes. Easy to prepare and customizable with various herbs or cheeses, these tartlets promise to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or whole milk
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 8 ounces goat cheese
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 can medium California Ripe Olives (green or black)
- Fresh herbs: parsley and chives
- 2 medium lemons (zested and juiced)
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add cold butter cubes and pulse until crumbly.
- Whisk egg yolk and heavy cream together; add to the processor and pulse until combined. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface; cut into circles for tartlet pans.
- Press dough into pans, fill with a mixture of goat cheese, heavy cream, lemon zest, parsley, chives, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- For topping: mix olives with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice & zest, salt, pepper, parsley, and chives.
- Once baked and slightly cooled, top tartlets with olive mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet (50g)
- Calories: 189
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 257mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 31mg