Fireworks Brie Tartlets

A festive and elegant appetizer featuring creamy Brie, vibrant fruit preserves, and a burst of fresh herbs, perfect for any New Years celebration.

Ingredients

• Pastry: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• Cheese: 150 g (5 oz) Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 12 cubes
• Fruit & Toppings: 3 tbsp raspberry or fig preserves
• Fruit & Toppings: 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
• Fruit & Toppings: 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley
• Garnish: Freshly ground black pepper
• Garnish: 1 tbsp chopped pistachios (optional)

Instructions

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Step 1:

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin.

Step 2:

Unroll the puff pastry and cut into 12 equal squares. Gently press each square into the muffin cups.

Step 3:

Place a cube of Brie in each pastry cup. Top with a small spoonful of preserves.

Step 4:

Bake for 1215 minutes, or until pastry is golden and cheese is melted.

Step 5:

Remove from oven and let cool for 23 minutes. Carefully transfer tartlets to a serving platter.

Step 6:

Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds, chives or parsley, black pepper, and pistachios if using.

Step 7:

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Frequently Asked Recipe Questions

→ What type of cheese is used in these tartlets?

Brie cheese is used, soft and creamy with a mild, buttery flavor, enhancing the tartlets' richness.

→ Can I substitute the fruit preserves?

Yes, raspberry or fig preserves are recommended, but apricot, cranberry, or other fruit preserves can add variety.

→ How should I garnish these tartlets?

Garnish with pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs like chives or parsley, freshly ground black pepper, and optional chopped pistachios for texture.

→ What is the ideal serving temperature?

Serve the tartlets warm or at room temperature to best enjoy the melted cheese and fresh toppings.

→ Are these tartlets suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, they contain no meat and use ingredients suitable for a vegetarian diet.

→ What kitchen tools are needed?

A mini muffin tin, sharp knife, and small spoon are essential to prepare and assemble the tartlets.

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