Apple and Gruyère Cheese Tarts

Apple and Gruyère Cheese Tarts
55 min.
20
148kcal

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Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and savory with these Apple and Gruyère Cheese Tarts, a perfect treat for any gathering! With a golden, flaky crust and a luscious filling, these tarts are sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds. The crispness of fresh red apples pairs beautifully with the nutty richness of Gruyère cheese, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that is both comforting and sophisticated.

What makes these tarts truly special is the addition of sautéed shallots, which add a subtle sweetness and depth to the filling. Topped with a crunchy mixture of pistachios and sweetened dried cranberries, each bite offers a delightful contrast in texture and taste. The hint of fresh thyme elevates the dish, bringing a touch of herbaceous brightness that complements the other ingredients perfectly.

Whether you're hosting a festive party, a cozy family dinner, or simply looking for a delicious snack, these tarts are incredibly versatile. They can be served warm right out of the oven or allowed to cool for a delightful appetizer. With just 55 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch of 20 servings that will leave everyone asking for seconds. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress with these scrumptious Apple and Gruyère Cheese Tarts!

Ingredients

  • 14.1 oz pie crust dough refrigerated softened (2 Count)
  • large apples red peeled cut into 1/4-inch cubes
  • oz gruyere cheese cut into 1/4-inch cubes
  • tablespoons butter 
  •  shallots finely chopped
  • tablespoons pistachios chopped
  • tablespoons cranberries dried sweetened chopped
  • teaspoon thyme sprigs fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Unroll pie crusts; roll each crust into 12-inch round. Using 3 1/2-inch round cutter, cut 10 rounds from each crust, rerolling dough if necessary. Press each round into ungreased regular-size muffin cup.
  2. In medium bowl, mix apple and cheese cubes; set aside.
  3. In 8-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  4. Add shallots, cook 2 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  5. Remove from heat; stir into apple mixture. Spoon heaping tablespoon apple-shallot mixture into each cup.
  6. Bake 24 to 27 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted. Cool in pans 5 minutes.
  7. Remove from muffin cups.
  8. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir nuts, cranberries and thyme. Spoon about 1 teaspoonful nut mixture over each tart. If desired, garnish tarts with additional thyme sprigs.
  9. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories148kcal
Protein8.72%
Fat55.84%
Carbs35.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.75
Glycemic Load
0.55
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.8191304200369%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.27mg
Catechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
0.85mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:148.45kcal
7.42%
Fat:9.3g
14.3%
Saturated Fat:3.85g
24.06%
Carbohydrates:13.27g
4.42%
Net Carbohydrates:12.22g
4.44%
Sugar:2.55g
2.84%
Cholesterol:10.75mg
3.58%
Sodium:136.24mg
5.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.27g
6.53%
Calcium:64.88mg
6.49%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.99%
Phosphorus:57.66mg
5.77%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.79%
Fiber:1.06g
4.23%
Folate:16.42µg
4.11%
Iron:0.64mg
3.56%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.33%
Selenium:2.1µg
3%
Vitamin B3:0.59mg
2.93%
Vitamin A:121.97IU
2.44%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.39%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.37%
Vitamin K:2.14µg
2.04%
Magnesium:7.74mg
1.94%
Copper:0.04mg
1.91%
Potassium:57.64mg
1.65%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.57%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.57%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.39%
Vitamin C:0.94mg
1.14%