These Smoked Gouda and Apple Tartlets are a delightful addition to your Christmas Eve menu. Combining the rich, creamy flavor of smoked Gouda with the sweetness of apples, these tartlets are sure to impress your guests.
The recipe is simple and perfect for entertaining, allowing you to create an elegant appetizer that captures the festive spirit of the season.
Elegant Smoked Gouda and Apple Tartlets
These tartlets feature a flaky pastry shell filled with a savory mixture of smoked Gouda cheese and sweet apples, baked until golden brown. Ideal for Christmas Eve gatherings, this recipe serves about 12 tartlets and takes approximately 30 minutes to prepare and bake.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup smoked Gouda cheese, grated
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 3-inch squares. Place the squares into a greased muffin tin, pressing them gently into the bottom and sides.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine the diced apples, smoked Gouda, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fill the Tartlets: Spoon the apple and cheese mixture into each pastry shell, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Egg Wash: Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to give it a golden color when baked.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Serve: Allow the tartlets to cool slightly before removing them from the tin. Serve warm as a festive appetizer.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 tartlets
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
