Puff Pastry Egg Tarts are a savory, bakery-style breakfast or brunch dish made with flaky puff pastry, baked eggs, salty coppa ham, and nutty Parmesan cheese. Light yet satisfying, these tarts deliver crisp, golden layers with a rich, soft egg center. Perfect for entertaining or elevated everyday breakfasts, they come together easily using store-bought puff pastry while still feeling elegant and homemade.
Puff Pastry Egg Tarts Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 Package Frozen Puff Pastry Sheets*
- 2-3 Tbps Flour for rolling
- 5 Medium Eggs
- 4 slices Coppa Ham* (aka Capocollo or Capicola)
- ¼ C Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- Pinch of Salt
- Pinch of Pepper
Instructions
- Thaw frozen puff pastry per the package instructions.
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Unfold and place one thawed sheet of puff pastry onto a lightly floured, flat surface. Lightly roll the puff pastry dough with a rolling pin to help remove the creases from being folded in the box.
- Cut the sheet of puff pastry dough into four equal-sized squares, brush of any excess flour, and place each square onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Place a ramekin in the center of each puff pastry square.
- Crack an egg into a small dish, whisk it, and add an egg wash to the puff pastry that is exposed around the ramekins (do this by brushing the egg onto the puff pastry with a pastry brush).
- Bake the puff pastry squares with the ramekins on them for 10 minutes, until very lightly browned and puffed up around the ramekins to create a well.
- Take the baking sheet out of the oven and remove the ramekins from the puff pastry squares (note: if they stick, gently run a spoon around the edge of the ramekin to loosen it).
- Add a slice of coppa ham and sprinkle of shredded parmesan cheese to each square. Then very carefully pour a cracked egg into each well. Top each egg with a pinch of salt and pepper.*
- Gently place the tray back into the oven and bake for another 10 minutes (or until the eggs are set to your liking).
- Remove the egg tarts from the oven and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Health Benefits of Puff Pastry Egg Tarts
- High-Quality Protein: Eggs and ham provide protein that supports muscle health and keeps you full longer.
- Essential Nutrients from Eggs: Eggs are a natural source of vitamin D, B vitamins, and healthy fats that support energy and brain function.
- Calcium for Bone Strength: Parmesan cheese contributes calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth.
- Balanced Savory Meal: The combination of protein, fats, and carbohydrates creates a well-rounded breakfast or brunch option.
- Portion-Controlled Serving: Individual tarts help manage portion sizes while still delivering satisfying flavor.
