Description
Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Breakfast Tarts are a delectable way to elevate your breakfast or brunch experience. With a crispy puff pastry base, creamy herb-infused cheese, and rich smoked salmon topping, these tarts are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging yourself on a leisurely morning, they come together quickly and effortlessly, making every bite an unforgettable delight.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 4 oz smoked salmon (sliced)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp capers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out thawed puff pastry and cut it into squares or circles.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, chopped dill, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Place pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread cream cheese mixture on each piece and top with smoked salmon slices.
- Sprinkle capers over the tarts.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (55g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 305mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - Use high-quality smoked salmon for the best flavor. - Keep puff pastry cold before baking for extra flakiness. - For variations, consider adding avocado slices or trying different flavored cream cheeses.
