This Puff Pastry Tomato Tart makes a perfect appetizer full of flavor. Made with puff pastry, garlic and herb cheese spread, and fresh tomatoes.
Puff pastry tart
Puff pastry is so versatile and elevates just about everything. This tomato tart is really quite simple, but so elegant and delicious.
It makes a perfect appetizer or even a light dinner.
I've used my own quick puff pastry for the crust, but any puff pastry will work, including store-bought.
Key ingredients
This section reviews the best ingredients and substitutions for this recipe. For an exact list of ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card below.
- Tomatoes - Fresh tomatoes really are the star of the show so pick beautifully ripened tomatoes. Pick freshly picked tomatoes, if available. You can select a variety of sizes, varieties, and colors.
- Cheese Spread - I've used a homemade garlic cheese spread similar to Boursin. You could also use a garlic herb cream cheese.
- Puff Pastry - Make your own puff pastry or buy from the store.
- Parmesan - Freshly grated parmesan is grated over the top and adds extra flavor.
- Herbs - I've used fresh thyme, oregano and basil.
Step-by-step directions
In this section, I share step-by-step photos, cooking methods, techniques, and a general overview. For detailed instructions, temperatures, and timing, check the printable recipe card below.
- Slice tomatoes into ¼ inch slices and place slices on a paper towel in a single layer.
- Roll out puff pastry into a 10x10 inch square.
- Trim edges about ¼ of an inch so the edges are straight.
- Brush edges with egg wash and place cut edges on top. This will become the sides of the tart.
- Spread softened herbed cheese over the puff pastry, avoiding the edges.
- Pat the top of the sliced tomatoes with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
- Place tomatoes on tart, without overlapping.
- Brush top of puff pastry with egg wash.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs, salt and parmesan cheese.
- Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
- Allow puff pastry to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Recipe tips
- Use any fresh or dried herbs on top of the tart.
- Add fresh basil after the tart has fully baked.
- Remove as much excess liquid from the tomatoes as possible.
- Use a variety of sizes and types of tomatoes for a fun look.
Frequently asked questions
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
This tart does not freeze well.
More delicious appetizers
- Veggie Pinwheels
- Onion Tart
- Pigs in a Blanket
- Baked Goat Cheese
- Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
- Smoked Salmon Dip
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Tomato Tart
Equipment
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Cookie Sheet
- Pizza Cutter
- Basting Brush
Ingredients
- 1-2 tomatoes (fresh)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (If using homemade, use half a batch)
- ¼ cup Boursin cheese spread
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh marjoram (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 leaves fresh basil
- pinch coarse salt
Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Slice tomatoes into ¼ inch slices and place slices on a paper towel in a single layer.1-2 tomatoes
- Roll out puff pastry into a 10x10 inch square.1 sheet puff pastry
- Trim edges about ¼ of an inch so the sides are straight.
- Brush outer edges of puff pastry with egg wash and place cut pieces on puff pastry. This will become the sides of the tart.
- Spread softened herbed cheese over the puff pastry, avoiding the edges.¼ cup Boursin cheese spread
- Pat the top of the sliced tomatoes with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
- Place tomatoes on tart, without overlapping.
- Sprinkle with fresh thyme and marjoram, salt and Parmesan cheese.2 sprigs fresh thyme, 2 sprigs fresh marjoram, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, pinch coarse salt
- Brush top of puff pastry with egg wash.
- Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
- Allow puff pastry to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Top with freshly chopped basil before serving.2 leaves fresh basil
Egg Wash
- Beat egg and water together with a fork or a whisk.
Notes
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- Use any fresh or dried herbs on top of the tart.
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- Add fresh basil after the tart has fully baked.
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- Remove as much excess liquid from the tomatoes as possible.
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- Use a variety of sizes and types of tomatoes for a fun look.
Nutritional Disclaimer:
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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