Mini Blue Cheese Tartlets

Delight your taste buds with these elegant Mini Blue Cheese Tartlets, the perfect blend of buttery homemade pastry and a luxuriously creamy filling. Featuring a rich combination of tangy blue cheese, smooth cream cheese, and a drizzle of honey for subtle sweetness, these bite-sized treats are as sophisticated as they are irresistible. Topped with a crunch of finely chopped walnuts and a sprinkle of fresh thyme, they’re perfect for entertaining, whether as a savory appetizer or a standout addition to a party spread. With a flaky, golden crust and a quick 30-minute prep time, these tartlets are a show-stopping yet surprisingly simple recipe for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, cold
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons water, cold
• 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
• 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons walnuts, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 4

On a floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out circles. Press each circle into a mini muffin tin to form the tartlet shells. Prick the bottoms lightly with a fork.

Step 5

Bake the tartlet shells in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled blue cheese, softened cream cheese, honey, and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Spoon the blue cheese filling into each cooled tartlet shell, filling them evenly.

Step 8

Optional: Sprinkle finely chopped walnuts over the tartlets for added texture and garnish with fresh thyme leaves for a touch of color and flavor.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. These are best enjoyed at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	563.8 grams (563.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2358

Total Fat 178.90g	229%
Saturated Fat 106.00g	530%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 468mg	156%
Sodium 2436mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 142.80g	52%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 21.00g
Protein 48.50g	97%

Vitamin D 24IU	122%
Calcium 754mg	58%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 641mg	14%

*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: 67.8%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 24.0%