Goat Cheese and Fig Puff Pastry Tarts
If you’re in search of an impressive appetizer that strikes a perfect balance between savory and sweet, these Goat Cheese and Fig Puff Pastry Tarts are the answer. Perfect for any gathering, from cozy family dinners to festive holiday parties, they feature creamy goat cheese paired with rich fig jam, all nestled within flaky puff pastry. With minimal prep and a straightforward assembly process, you’ll have a gourmet-style dish that will wow your guests. The best part? They’re versatile enough to be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making them a reliable favorite that’s sure to disappear quickly!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ batch rough puff pastry or classic puff pastry (or store-bought)
- 1 cup fig jam
- ½ cup prepared caramelized onions, rough chopped
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400ºF and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface until about ⅛-inch thick. Cut out 16 circles using a 2-3/4-inch cutter.
- Dock each circle by making an indentation in the center. Brush with egg wash.
- Add caramelized onions to each tart's center.
- Chill for a few minutes while prepping goat cheese and fig jam.
- Bake the tarts for 12 minutes until puffed but not golden brown.
- Quickly add fig jam and goat cheese, then return to the oven for another 5-8 minutes until golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before garnishing with fresh thyme.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg