Description
Tomato Tartlets are flavorful and easy-to-make savory snacks featuring a flaky puff pastry base topped with juicy fresh tomatoes, creamy plant-based cheese, smoky turkey bacon, and fresh herbs. Ready in under 30 minutes, they offer a perfect balance of textures and vibrant flavors, making them ideal for casual snacking, parties, or light lunches.
Ingredients
Puff Pastry Base
- Puff pastry sheets: enough for about 12 small tartlets
- Olive oil (natural): for brushing
Toppings
- Fresh tomatoes: 3 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced thin
- Smoked turkey bacon: 6 slices, cooked crisp and chopped
- Plant-based cheese (plant-based): 1 cup, shredded or crumbled
- Fresh basil and thyme: 2 tablespoons each, finely chopped
- Garlic powder (natural): 1/2 teaspoon
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural): 2 tablespoons
- Natural gelling agent: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry Base: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut into small squares or circles based on your preference. Gently press each into greased tartlet pans or arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Prick the pastry lightly with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking.
- Prepare the Toppings: Slice fresh tomatoes into thin rounds. In a bowl, combine plant-based cheese with garlic powder and the chopped basil and thyme. Crisp the smoked turkey bacon in a pan, then chop into small pieces once cooled.
- Assemble the Tartlets: Spread a thin layer of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) onto each puff pastry base. Add a spoonful of the herb and cheese mixture on top, then layer tomato slices evenly. Sprinkle chopped smoked turkey bacon over the tomatoes. Optionally, brush the edges of each tartlet with olive oil (natural) for a golden finish.
- Bake and Finish: Place the tartlets in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the pastry is golden and crispy and the plant-based cheese has melted. Remove from the oven and allow to cool briefly before serving to enjoy full flavors.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and even baking.
- Choose ripe but firm tomatoes to avoid soggy tartlets while ensuring vibrant flavor.
- Avoid overloading the tartlets with toppings to keep the pastry crisp.
- Chill puff pastry if needed to maintain flakiness during shaping and baking.
- Brushing edges with olive oil (natural) creates a glossy, golden crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Tomato tartlets, puff pastry snacks, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, savory appetizers, quick snacks, gluten free appetizers
