Ham and Cheese Tarts

Total Time

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min.

Makes

2-1/2 dozen

Updated: Oct. 04, 2022
These savory tarts have been a family favorite for years. Make the ham mixture in advance to save time when guests arrive. —Delores Romyn, Stratton, Ontario

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup French onion dip
  • 1 tablespoon whole milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham
  • 1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, onion dip, milk, mustard and orange zest until blended. Stir in the ham.
  2. Split each biscuit into thirds; press into lightly greased miniature muffin cups. Spoon a scant tablespoonful of ham mixture into each cup; sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 375° for 12-17 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

3 each: 178 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.