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Tomato Upside Down Puff Pastry Tarts

These tarts feature a flaky pastry base topped with juicy tomatoes, fresh thyme, and Gruyère cheese, making them perfect for any meal or gathering.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 tarts 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 12 tablespoons olive oil
  • Flaky salt, to taste
  • Cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh thyme leaves, to taste
  • 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • Roll out the puff pastry to 1/6 inch thickness.
  • Cut out 6 circles from the pastry using a 4-inch cutter.
  • Halve the cherry tomatoes and prepare for placing.
  • Drizzle olive oil on the baking sheet and season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  • Arrange tomatoes cut-side down in a flower shape on each circle.
  • Sprinkle shredded Gruyère cheese over the tomatoes.
  • Cover with puff pastry circles, sealing edges by crimping.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool slightly, then flip onto a serving plate and serve warm.

Notes

Ensure even thickness when rolling out puff pastry for optimal puffing.
Chill warmed dough in the fridge for best texture.
Experiment with different herbs for varied flavor profiles.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Calories: 175
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 250
  • Fat: 9
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 15