Tomato Tartlets Puff Pastry (Printable Version)

Flaky pastry with creamy ricotta, juicy tomatoes, and fresh basil creates a satisfying, elegant bite. #TomatoTartlets #PuffPastry #SavorySnacks

# Ingredients:

→ Puff Pastry Dough

01 - 1 sheet (8.5 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed (such as Pepperidge Farm)
02 - 1 large egg

→ Filling

03 - 3/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese (8 oz)
04 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (4 oz)
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
06 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 3 tablespoons fresh basil, minced, plus extra whole leaves for garnish
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano

→ Toppings

10 - 1/2 lb mini heirloom tomatoes, halved (or cherry, grape, or regular heirloom tomatoes, sliced)
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - Flaky sea salt to finish

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet. Cut into smaller squares or circles and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Combine ricotta, Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt, black pepper, minced basil, garlic powder, and dried oregano in a bowl and mix until smooth.
04 - Spoon the ricotta mixture onto each piece of puff pastry, spreading it evenly. Arrange the tomato halves or slices on top and drizzle with olive oil.
05 - Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and tomatoes are roasted.
06 - Remove tartlets from the oven. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Any variety of tomato works well; adjust the amount of basil to taste and garnish just before serving for maximum flavor.