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Simple Mushroom Tarts

Irresistibly Simple Mushroom Tarts You’ll Love to Make

These Simple Mushroom Tarts are a delightful vegetarian appetizer, perfect for gatherings and packed with savory flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 tarts
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use olive oil as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 2 cups Fresh Mushrooms Can substitute with cooked spinach or artichokes.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Substitute with garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with vegan cream cheese or ricotta.
  • 1 cup Parmesan or Cotija Cheese Nutritional yeast works for a dairy-free option.
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Can substitute with phyllo dough.
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley Can substitute with chives or thyme.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • mixing bowl
  • Sharp Knife
  • Pizza Cutter
  • muffin tray

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and cooking equipment.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet and sauté sliced yellow onions for about 20 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Add chopped fresh mushrooms to the skillet and cook for approximately 15 minutes. Add minced garlic and season with salt and pepper, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cream cheese and grated Parmesan or Cotija cheese. Cook until cheese melts, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and form two rectangles about 1/4 inch thick. Seal seams if necessary.
  6. Slice puff pastry into 12 squares and press each square into the bottoms of 24 mini muffin cups.
  7. Spoon the mushroom and cheese mixture evenly into each pastry cup.
  8. Bake for about 10-15 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
  9. Allow to cool slightly in the tray for about 5 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tarts can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.

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