Delicate tartlets with creamy Brie, vibrant fruit preserves, fresh herbs, and crunchy nuts for festive occasions.
# Components:
→ Pastry
01 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
→ Cheese
02 - 150 g (5 oz) Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 12 cubes
→ Fruit & Toppings
03 - 3 tablespoons raspberry or fig preserves
04 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley
→ Garnish
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios (optional)
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
02 - Unroll the puff pastry and cut into 12 equal squares. Gently press each square into the muffin cups.
03 - Place a cube of Brie cheese into each pastry cup and top with a small spoonful of preserves.
04 - Bake tartlets for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the cheese is melted.
05 - Remove tartlets from the oven and allow to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before carefully transferring to a serving platter.
06 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds, chopped chives or parsley, freshly ground black pepper, and pistachios if desired over the tartlets.
07 - Serve tartlets warm or at room temperature.
