Description
A delicious fusion of sweet cranberries and spicy jalapeños, these tarts make a perfect appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
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- Pastry dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1–2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out chilled pastry dough and cut into rounds to line tart pans, then chill in the refrigerator.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, cranberries, chopped jalapeños, garlic, and herbs until smooth.
- Spoon the mixture into tart shells, filling just to the brim.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and set, watching carefully to avoid over-browning.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use a fork to prick the pastry shells before baking to ensure crispy edges. Experiment with herbs to personalize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cranberry, Jalapeño, Tarts, Appetizer, Holiday Recipe