Cheddar Tarts

Discover the ultimate indulgence with these golden, buttery Cheddar Tarts—perfect for elevating your brunch, appetizer spread, or snack time! This savory recipe combines a flaky, homemade pastry crust with a rich, creamy filling made from sharp cheddar cheese, egg, and heavy cream, balanced with a touch of ground black pepper and salt for a flavorful kick. Easy to prepare yet impressively elegant, these tarts bake to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, making them a crowd-pleasing option for any gathering. Garnish with fresh chives for a burst of color and herbal freshness, and watch these cheesy delights disappear in minutes. Perfect for cheese lovers and fans of handmade pastry, this recipe is your go-to for simple yet sophisticated bites.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 4 tablespoons Cold water
• 1 large Egg
• 120 milliliters Heavy cream
• 150 grams Sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and unsalted butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Add the cold water one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 3mm thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out circles slightly larger than your tart tins.

Step 5

Press the dough circles into greased tart tins, trimming the edges if needed. Prick the bases with a fork to prevent puffing.

Step 6

In a bowl, whisk the egg and heavy cream together until smooth. Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese, ground black pepper, and salt.

Step 7

Pour the cheese mixture evenly into the prepared tart shells, filling just below the edges of the pastry.

Step 8

Place the tart tins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the tops are golden.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the tarts cool for 5 minutes before removing them from the tins.

Step 10

Optional: Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(688.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2546.4

Total Fat 183.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 721.7mg	0%
Sodium 1723.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 65.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1152.3mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 317.6mg	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: 64.8%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 24.9%