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Butternut Thyme Tartlets

Golden-brown phyllo tartlets filled with a creamy butternut squash and thyme mixture, topped with fresh thyme

These tartlets are the perfect, crunchy appetizer to kick off a cozy gathering. With butternut squash, thyme, and creamy goat cheese nestled in delicate phyllo shells, they offer a taste of fall with each bite. Prepare the filling ahead for an easy assembly just before serving.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Servings: 30
Description

These bite-sized tartlets bring together the rich taste of butternut squash and fresh thyme in a creamy filling, served in crispy phyllo shells. A warm and inviting appetizer for fall gatherings.

Ingredients
  • 2 packages frozen miniature phyllo tart shells (1.9 ounces each)
  • 1 package reduced-fat cream cheese (8 ounces)
  • 1 cups 1-1/2 frozen cubed butternut squash, thawed and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoons 1-1/2 grated lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
Instructions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350°F. Place phyllo shells on a 15x10x1-in. pan and bake for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown. Let them cool completely.
  2. 2
    For the filling, beat the cream cheese on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. 3
    Coarsely chop the thawed butternut squash and add it to the cream cheese mixture.
  4. 4
    Add goat cheese, chopped shallot, minced thyme, lemon zest, sage, salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  5. 5
    Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling into each cooled shell. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves.
  6. 6
    Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 30

Amount Per Serving
Calories 49kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 8mg3%
Sodium 60mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 4g2%
Sugars 1g
Protein 2g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For easy preparation, make the filling a day or two in advance, then assemble the tartlets just before serving.

Keywords: Butternut squash tartlets, phyllo appetizers, thyme tartlets
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