Christmas Sausage & Fig Mini Tarts
Indulge in the festive flavors of Christmas with these delightful Sausage & Fig Mini Tarts. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweet figs and savory sausage, encased in flaky puff pastry. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, these mini tarts are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 mini tarts 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup breakfast sausage (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/2 cup fresh figs (chopped, or 1/3 cup dried figs)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (chopped)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness and cut into squares for mini tart molds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned. Set aside.
- In a bowl, mix chopped figs with softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in cooked sausage, honey, and herbs until well combined.
- Spoon filling into each pastry square, fold corners over, and brush tops with egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use high-quality sausage for richer flavor. Experiment with fig varieties for unique tastes. For vegetarian options, substitute sausage with sautéed mushrooms or plant-based alternatives.