Black Cherry Tomato Tart Recipe

Name: Black Cherry Tomato Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pastry; 1.5 cups unbleached quality all purpose flour; .25 cups whole wheat pastry flour; .5 teaspoons sea salt; 6 ounces unsalted butter, chilled; 4-6 tablespoons ice water; Filling; 1.5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large yellow onion, diced and lightly salted; 1 fresh garlic clove, finely minced; 2 teaspoons light brown sugar; 2 ounces French mustard; 12 ounces artisan goat cheese, sliced thin; .5 teaspoons minced fresh oregano and thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon finely chopped Italian parsley; about half a pint of cherry tomatoes, black preferred, sliced in halves; drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (1-2 tbl.); Maldon salt flakes or kosher salt to taste; fresh milled black peppercorns, to taste; sprig of basil for final garnish

Servings: persons

Pastry
1.5 cups unbleached quality all purpose flour
.25 cups whole wheat pastry flour
.5 teaspoons sea salt
6 ounces unsalted butter, chilled
4-6 tablespoons ice water
Filling
1.5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, diced and lightly salted
1 fresh garlic clove, finely minced
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2 ounces French mustard
12 ounces artisan goat cheese, sliced thin
.5 teaspoons minced fresh oregano and thyme leaves
1 teaspoon finely chopped Italian parsley
about half a pint of cherry tomatoes, black preferred, sliced in halves
drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (1-2 tbl.)
Maldon salt flakes or kosher salt to taste
fresh milled black peppercorns, to taste
sprig of basil for final garnish

1
Combine the flours and salt from the pastry list in a mixing bowl. Cut and using your fingers rub in the chilled butter in small chunks. Add enough ice water so the dough comes together in a ball. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic and chill for several hours or overnight.
2
Roll out the chilled pastry to 1/8 inch thick and line a 9 inch tart or pie pan. Then pop in the fridge to keep the butter from melting while you work through the next steps.
3
Heat the butter. Add the chopped onions and garlic over medium high heat. Stir in the sugar. Cook until caramelized. Then remove from heat. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
4
Take out the pie crust. Spread a layer of mustard on the bottom. Add a layer of thinly sliced goat cheese; cover the mustard up completely with the cheese. On top of this place the fresh chopped herbs.Layer the caramelized onions and garlic over the herbs.
5
Next finish the filling by nestling the cherry tomato halves across the top. Sprinkle some artisan salt and pepper on the tomatoes. Lightly drizzle some olive oil over them.
6
Bake for 25-35 minutes. Cool before serving. Garnish with a sprig of basil in the center. Take a bite of all the flavors that have oozed together.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pastry, 1.5 cups unbleached quality all purpose flour, .25 cups whole wheat pastry flour, .5 teaspoons sea salt, and more.

Yes, Black Cherry Tomato Tart falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Black Cherry Tomato Tart

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