Mushroom, Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe
These Mushroom, Shallot and Herbed Goat Cheese Tarts are delightful savory pastries featuring a flaky puff pastry base topped with a flavorful mixture of sautéed mushrooms, shallots, garlic, herbs, parmesan, and creamy goat cheese. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal, these tarts combine earthy flavors with elegant presentation and are baked to a perfect golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 10 tarts 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry Base
- 10 sheets 4-inch puff pastry squares
Filling
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (any kind)
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup parsley leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon sage
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup white wine (can substitute with chicken broth)
Finishing
- 1 egg, whisked (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare puff pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Arrange the puff pastry squares spaced apart on two large baking pans, with no more than 6 squares per pan. Use a fork to poke small holes in each pastry square, being careful not to pierce all the way through.
- Sauté aromatics and mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped shallot and minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms, the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and the spices (sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper). Stir and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Deglaze and combine cheeses: Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly. Remove the skillet from heat, then mix in the goat cheese, parmesan, and chopped parsley, stirring until the goat cheese melts and thickens the mixture.
- Assemble the tarts: Spoon generous amounts of the mushroom and cheese filling onto each puff pastry square. Optionally, pinch the edges to create a rustic design—either pinching all four corners or just two sides to form a boat shape. Add any extra filling on top as desired.
- Apply egg wash and bake: Brush the whisked egg wash onto the exposed edges of each puff pastry square, avoiding the filling. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the puff pastry is puffed up and golden brown. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use high-quality puff pastry for best results, and keep it chilled before baking to ensure flakiness.
- You can substitute the white wine with chicken broth for a milder flavor or non-alcoholic option.
- The mushrooms can be any type you prefer—cremini, button, shiitake, or a combination.
- Pinching the puff pastry edges is optional but helps contain the filling and adds a decorative touch.
- These tarts make an excellent appetizer or a light lunch when paired with a salad.
Keywords: mushroom tarts, goat cheese tart, puff pastry appetizer, savory tarts, vegetarian appetizer, herbed cheese tarts
