Cranberry Sausage Tartlettes

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Cranberry Sausage Tartlets—a crowd-pleasing combination of savory and sweet that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or casual parties. Featuring flaky store-bought mini tart shells filled with a creamy mixture of spiced sausage, whole berry cranberry sauce, and cream cheese, these bite-sized treats are topped with sharp cheddar for a deliciously melty finish. A quick sauté of onions and garlic enhances the filling’s depth of flavor, while a garnish of fresh parsley adds a touch of elegance. Ready in just 40 minutes, these tartlets are an effortless yet impressive addition to any festive spread.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 24 pieces store-bought mini tart shells
• 0.5 pound ground sausage (mild or spicy)
• 0.5 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
• 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the mini tart shells on a baking sheet and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Crumble the sausage into the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes. Break it into small pieces with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

Step 5

Once the sausage is cooked, stir in the cranberry sauce, softened cream cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 6

Spoon the cranberry sausage mixture evenly into the tart shells, filling each one just to the top.

Step 7

Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese over each tartlet.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tart shells are golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the tartlets from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(878.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2836.7

Total Fat 186.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 344.8mg	0%
Sodium 3754.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 77.7g
Protein 71.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 651.1mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 900.3mg	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: 59.6%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 30.3%