Tartlets with ham and cheese snack
7 servings
30 minutes
Ham and cheese tartlets are an exquisite European appetizer that combines the tenderness of ham, creaminess of cheese, and the piquancy of olives. The history of tartlets traces back to French cuisine, where miniature baskets were used to serve gourmet dishes. Their crispy base perfectly complements the rich filling, creating a harmony of textures and flavors. The appetizer has a soft, slightly salty taste with subtle smoky hints from the ham and creamy meltiness of the cheese. Prepared in advance, tartlets absorb the aromas of the filling, becoming even more delicate. These little treats make a wonderful addition to a festive table or an elegant offering at a buffet.
1
Boil the eggs, cool them, and peel - to prevent the shell from cracking during boiling, add a tablespoon of vinegar to the water. Grate the eggs on a coarse grater.
- Chicken egg: 6 pieces
2
Chop the ham finely. If you take soft ham, it grates excellently on a coarse grater.
- Cooked ham: 400 g
3
Chop the olives finely so that they match the size of the grated egg and ham.
- Pitted black olives: 200 g
4
Mix all of the above well.
- Cooked ham: 400 g
- Chicken egg: 6 pieces
- Pitted black olives: 200 g
5
Add the melted cheese to the mixture and stir until fully dissolved.
- Cream cheese: 200 g
6
Arrange in tartlets 3 hours before serving to allow the dough to soak.
- Tartlet shells: 15 pieces