Cranberry Gorgonzola Appetizer Tart

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Cranberry Gorgonzola Appetizer Tart, a decadent blend of sweet, savory, and flaky perfection. Featuring a buttery puff pastry base, this elegant tart is topped with crumbles of creamy, tangy Gorgonzola and a luscious homemade cranberry compote made with fresh cranberries and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Baked to golden perfection, this show-stopping dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings, cocktail parties, or any special occasion. Garnished with a hint of fresh rosemary, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make appetizer is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 sheet Puff pastry sheet (thawed if frozen)
• 150 grams Gorgonzola cheese (crumbled)
• 150 grams Fresh cranberries
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 60 ml Water
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 sprig Fresh rosemary (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting)
• 1 Egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Lightly dust a clean work surface with the flour and roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle roughly 25x30 cm (10x12 inches).

Step 3

Transfer the rolled-out pastry to the prepared baking sheet and, using a sharp knife, score a 1.5 cm (1/2 inch) border around the edges of the pastry, being careful not to cut all the way through.

Step 4

Use a fork to prick the inner rectangle, which will prevent it from puffing too much during baking.

Step 5

Brush the entire surface of the pastry with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 6

Bake the pastry in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it is nicely puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 7

While the pastry is baking, prepare the cranberry compote. Combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency. Remove from heat and stir in the honey. Let it cool.

Step 8

Once the pastry has cooled slightly, sprinkle the crumbled Gorgonzola evenly over the inner rectangle of the tart.

Step 9

Spread the cranberry compote over the Gorgonzola, leaving some of the cheese visible.

Step 10

Return the tart to the oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary, if desired.

Step 12

Cut into 6 squares or pieces and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(786.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2538.7

Total Fat 150.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 319.9mg	0%
Sodium 3299.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 94.4g
Protein 59.0g	0%

Vitamin D 73.1IU	0%
Calcium 878.8mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 655.3mg	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: 53.1%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 37.7%