Cranberry Grapefruit Cheese Tarts With Zesty Thyme

Name: Cranberry Grapefruit Cheese Tarts With Zesty Thyme And Pink Peppercorn Sprinkles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Jam:; 1 cup Ocean Spray(R) Craisins(R) Dried Cranberries; 1 cup finely chopped fresh grapefruit; 3/4 cup Ocean Spray(R) 100% Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon roughly chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pink peppercorns; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; For Assembling:; 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed; 3 1/2 ounces crumbled goat cheese; Glaze:; 2 ounces mascarpone cheese; 1 cup powdered sugar; 3 tablespoons heavy cream; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; Garnishes:; Grapefruit zest; Chopped fresh thyme leaves; Coarsely ground pink peppercorns

Servings: persons

Jam:
1 cup Ocean Spray(R) Craisins(R) Dried Cranberries
1 cup finely chopped fresh grapefruit
3/4 cup Ocean Spray(R) 100% Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon roughly chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pink peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
For Assembling:
2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
3 1/2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
Glaze:
2 ounces mascarpone cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnishes:
Grapefruit zest
Chopped fresh thyme leaves
Coarsely ground pink peppercorns

1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together all jam ingredients. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 35 to 45 minutes or until a thin jam-like consistency is reached. Jam will thicken further upon cooling. Cool completely, 20 to 25 minutes.
2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll 1 sheet of puff pastry and cut along the lines to make 3 sections. Cut each section in half to form 6 rectangles. Spread cooled jam over each rectangle to about 1/2 inch from the edges. Top with goat cheese. Brush edges lightly with water.
3
Cut remaining sheet of puff pastry in the same manner and place one over each filled rectangle. Gently press edges down with the side of a fork, then use the tines to crimp edges. It is okay if a bit of jam seeps out, but try to avoid it if possible. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until pastry reaches a golden brown color and bottoms are no longer doughy. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then move to a wire rack to cool completely, about 35 minutes.
4
Whisk together all glaze ingredients. Spread a thin layer over each pastry. Top pastries with a couple pinches each of grapefruit zest, thyme, and peppercorns.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: Jam:, 1 cup Ocean Spray(R) Craisins(R) Dried Cranberries, 1 cup finely chopped fresh grapefruit, 3/4 cup Ocean Spray(R) 100% Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Grapefruit Cheese Tarts With Zesty Thyme And Pink Peppercorn Sprinkles 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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Cranberry Grapefruit Cheese Tarts With Zesty Thyme And Pink Peppercorn Sprinkles

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