Description
Delightful Tomato Tartlets made with flaky puff pastry, creamy ricotta cheese, fresh herbs, and vibrant heirloom tomatoes. These easy-to-make tartlets are perfect for appetizers, brunch, or a light snack, combining a savory cheese blend with the sweetness of fresh tomatoes and a crisp, golden crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 8.5 oz sheet puff pastry (e.g. Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry)
Cheese Mixture
- ¾ cup whole milk ricotta cheese (8 oz)
- ¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (4 oz)
- 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons fresh basil, minced, plus more whole leaves for garnish
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Other Ingredients
- 1 egg
- ½ lb mini heirloom tomatoes, halved (or cherry, grape, or regular heirloom tomatoes sliced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Flaky sea salt, to finish
Instructions
- Heat oven and prepare puff pastry: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Place the puff pastry on a cutting board and slice into 9 even pieces. Using a knife, score a rectangle inside each piece, leaving about a quarter inch perimeter to create a raised edge.
- Make ricotta mixture and egg wash: In a bowl, combine ricotta, Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt, black pepper, minced basil, garlic powder, and oregano. Whisk the egg in a small bowl and set aside for egg wash to brush the pastry edges later.
- Assemble tartlets: Arrange the puff pastry rectangles on the baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Spoon approximately 1½ tablespoons of the cheese mixture onto the center rectangle of each piece. Top with the sliced heirloom tomatoes. Brush the tomatoes with olive oil and carefully brush the edges of each puff pastry rectangle with the egg wash to help them brown nicely.
- Bake: Bake the tartlets in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden and crisp, rotating the baking sheet halfway through for even baking. Remove the tartlets and allow them to cool on a wire rack. Finish by garnishing with fresh whole basil leaves, flaky sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mini heirloom tomatoes with cherry or grape tomatoes if unavailable.
- Ensure the puff pastry is cold before slicing and assembling to maintain its flakiness.
- For a vegan option, substitute ricotta with vegan cheese and egg wash with non-dairy milk or aquafaba.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Serve these tartlets warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: tomato tartlets, puff pastry, ricotta, appetizer, Italian recipe, heirloom tomatoes, easy appetizers
