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17) Herbed-Cream Cheese Cucumber Tarts

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
  • 1 small garlic clove minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 small cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional: smoked salmon or cherry tomatoes for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Roll puff pastry slightly and cut into 12 squares; place on sheet and brush edges with beaten egg.
  3. Bake 12–15 minutes until puffed and golden; cool on a rack.
  4. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, dill, chives, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Spread a spoonful of herbed cream cheese on each tart and top with a cucumber slice. Add smoked salmon or tomato if using.
  6. Serve immediately so pastry stays crisp.