Description
This Thin Mushroom Tart features a crispy, flaky puff pastry base topped with a savory mix of cremini, shiitake, and button mushrooms sautéed with garlic and fresh thyme. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a golden egg wash crust, it’s an elegant yet effortless appetizer or snack perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Pastry Base
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
Mushroom Topping
- 8 oz mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, button), cleaned and sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the mushrooms: Clean and slice the mixed mushrooms evenly to ensure consistent cooking. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add mushrooms and fresh thyme, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until mushrooms release their moisture and become tender but not soggy.
- Roll out the pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to a thin, even layer approximately 1/8 inch thick. Transfer the pastry to a parchment-lined baking sheet and prick the base lightly with a fork to prevent bubbles during baking.
- Add the toppings: Spread the sautéed mushroom mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top of the mushrooms.
- Apply egg wash and bake: Brush the pastry edges with the beaten egg to create a golden brown crust. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is crisp and golden, and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- Dry your mushrooms thoroughly after cleaning to prevent a soggy crust.
- Use room temperature pastry to avoid cracking and to ensure even puffing.
- Sauté mushrooms in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding and help them brown evenly.
- Slice mushrooms thinly for a delicate tart that balances texture and flavor.
- Allow the tart to rest for a few minutes after baking to maintain crispiness before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/6 of tart)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: mushroom tart, thin crust tart, puff pastry appetizer, savory tart, mushroom appetizer