Broccoli Cheese Appetizer Tarts

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Broccoli Cheese Appetizer Tarts, a perfect balance of flaky puff pastry, creamy filling, and golden, cheesy goodness. Featuring fresh, tender-crisp broccoli florets blended into a rich mixture of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic, these bite-sized tarts are as visually delightful as they are delicious. With a quick prep time and a short bake, these savory treats make an elegant yet easy option for parties, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dish. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Frozen puff pastry sheets
• 2 cups Fresh broccoli florets
• 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cups Heavy cream
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets until they are slightly thinner, about 1/8 inch thick.

Step 3

Using a round cookie cutter or glass (about 3-4 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the puff pastry. Gather and re-roll scraps if needed.

Step 4

Gently press each puff pastry circle into the cups of a muffin tin to form tart shells.

Step 5

Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.

Step 7

Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture, leaving about 1/4 cup aside for topping.

Step 8

Chop the blanched broccoli florets into small pieces and fold them into the filling mixture.

Step 9

Spoon the filling into the prepared tart shells, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 10

Sprinkle the reserved shredded cheese on top of each tart.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tarts are golden brown and the filling is set.

Step 12

Remove the tarts from the oven, let them cool slightly, and carefully transfer them to a serving plate.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy your Broccoli Cheese Appetizer Tarts!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(693.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2023.1

Total Fat 156.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 561.5mg	0%
Sodium 3248.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 69.0g	0%

Vitamin D 84IU	0%
Calcium 1440.7mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 1066.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.5%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 18.1%