Festive Savoury Tartlets

Brighten up your holiday table with these elegant and irresistible Festive Savoury Tartlets, the perfect bite-sized appetizer for any celebration! Featuring crisp mini tartlet shells filled with a luscious cream cheese and Parmesan mixture, these treats get their festive flair from roasted cherry tomatoes and zucchini, delicately seasoned with thyme, garlic powder, and a drizzle of olive oil. With a balance of creamy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors, these tartlets are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re ideal for last-minute entertaining or as part of a holiday spread. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra burst of vibrant color, and watch your guests come back for seconds! Perfect for cocktail parties, holiday gatherings, or any occasion where festive hors d'oeuvres are a must.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Mini tartlet shells (store-bought or homemade)
• 150 grams Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 30 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 6 pieces Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium-sized Zucchini
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly cracked pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

If using store-bought mini tartlet shells, set them aside to bring them to room temperature. If making homemade shells, prepare and bake them as instructed in their recipe.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and fresh thyme leaves. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set this filling aside.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and slice the zucchini into thin half-moons.

Step 5

Place the tomatoes and zucchini on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked pepper. Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the vegetables become slightly tender and golden.

Step 6

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into each tartlet shell.

Step 7

Top each tartlet with a piece of roasted zucchini and half a cherry tomato.

Step 8

Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and additional flavor.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. If refrigerating, allow the tartlets to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	610.1 grams (610.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1771

Total Fat 133.10g	171%
Saturated Fat 62.60g	313%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 272mg	91%
Sodium 3711mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 117.20g	43%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 27.10g
Protein 35.40g	71%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 535mg	41%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 797mg	17%

*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: 66.2%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 25.9%