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Savory Apple, Onion & Goat Cheese Phyllo Tarts

To make one large serving instead of individual tarts, Just use a large round cast iron pan (or something similar).  Lay 3-4 phyllo layers and top with ingredient. Skip the twist pocket step.
For a dairy free version, use olive oil for roasting, and substitute the filling for your favorite creamy dairy free cheese.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (227g / 1 small container) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
  • 142g (5 oz) goat cheese, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons honey, warmed
  • 4-6 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 medium or 4 small apples, 1/4-inch thick slices
  • 1 small-medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 48g (3 tablespoons) butter, melted
  • Athens Phyllo Dough Sheets

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees on convection setting. Lightly grease small tart pans, about 4-5” wide. Alternatively, you can make an open, “unwrapped” version in a larger pan.
  • In a medium bowl, toss together apples, shallots, melted butter and thyme. Spread onto a large baking sheet. 
  • Place in oven and roast, tossing occasionally about every 10 minutes, until mixture is tender and golden, about 20-30 minutes. Remove and set aside when done.
  • Meanwhile, stir cheeses and honey together in a small bowl until smooth.
  • On a clean surface, lay out Athens Phyllo Dough Sheets. Have a piece of parchment paper and damp, clean towel ready to prevent drying. 
  • Working quickly, fold one sheet in half. Lay over tart pan. Take a 2nd sheet and fold in half. Lay over the first sheet in the tart pan, turning slightly so there’s variation in the overlap.
  • Using a pastry brush, lightly brush oil over the center base and up the sides.
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of cheese filling in center. Top with about the same amount of apples.
  • Gathering the dough carefully, begin to pull towards center and slightly twist to create a tissue wrapped gift look / motion. With a slight press at the center on the top, you’ll have no problem getting it to seal and stay.
  • To ensure a nice golden brown color, brush the remainder of the outside of the package with oil. Note: After baking, there may be a fair bit of oil that’s dripped to the bottom of the pan. Carefully remove excess.
  • Once phyllo is lightly coated all over with oil, place in oven. Bake for 12-18 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.