Tarte Au Fromage

Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Tarte Au Fromage, a classic French cheese tart that's rich with flavor and effortless elegance. This recipe combines a buttery, flaky homemade pastry crust with an irresistibly smooth filling made from cream cheese, Gruyère, heavy cream, and a hint of nutmeg for subtle warmth. Perfectly balanced with black pepper and just the right amount of salt, this tart bakes to golden perfection, creating a dish that's both visually stunning and absolutely delicious. Ideal for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, this versatile tart can be served warm or at room temperature for maximum enjoyment. Whether as a show-stopping centerpiece or a comforting indulgence, Tarte Au Fromage is your gateway to authentic French cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Unsalted butter (cold, diced)
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons Ice water
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 300 grams Cream cheese
• 100 grams Gruyère cheese (grated)
• 2 large Eggs
• 200 milliliters Heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg (ground)
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 2

Add the cold, diced butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Stir in the egg yolk and ice water, a little at a time, until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Gently press the dough into the pan, trimming any excess.

Step 7

Line the tart shell with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 8

In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 9

Stir in the grated Gruyère cheese, heavy cream, nutmeg, black pepper, and salt until fully combined.

Step 10

Pour the cheese mixture into the prepared tart shell, spreading it evenly.

Step 11

Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set and lightly golden on the top.

Step 12

Allow the tarte au fromage to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1051.1 grams (1051.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3776

Total Fat 298.20g	382%
Saturated Fat 174.60g	873%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 1381mg	460%
Sodium 3015mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 171.50g	62%
Dietary Fiber 5.70g	20%
Total Sugars 12.80g
Protein 81.80g	164%

Vitamin D 185IU	923%
Calcium 1254mg	96%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 864mg	18%

*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: 72.6%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 18.6%