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Mozzarella Appetizer Tartlets

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Total Time

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 10 min.

Makes

1 dozen

Updated: Jun. 27, 2023
These little cups are so easy to make, but it looks like you spent a lot of time in the kitchen. I find that when I serve them I can't keep up with the demand. They are eaten up so fast and everyone wants more.—Carolyn Borougerdi, Irving, Texas
Mozzarella Appetizer Tartlets
Mozzarella Appetizer Tartlets Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning, divided
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 12 slices white bread, crusts removed
  • 1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped
  • 12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 12 slices

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine oil and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the cream cheese, garlic and remaining Italian seasoning; set aside.
  2. Flatten bread with a rolling pin. Brush one side with oil mixture; place oil side down in muffin cups. Spoon cream cheese mixture into each; top with chopped tomato and a cheese slice.
  3. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 tart: 257 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 268mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.

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