Cheese and Corn Tarts
Struggling to find a savoury tart that’s quick, flavourful, and satisfying? This corn tart recipe is your answer. With a crisp crust and a creamy corn filling, it’s a clever twist on classic tart recipes. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, need a party appetiser, or want a light dinner, this corn tart delivers comfort and convenience. It’s one of those tarts that feels fancy but is easy to make. If you’re hunting for unique tart recipe ideas, this one’s worth bookmarking!
How to Make
- 1.
Make the dough for the tart base
In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour and salt. Add cold diced butter and rub it in until it resembles breadcrumbs. This tart dough forms the buttery base of your corn tart recipe.
- 2.
Chill the dough
Add ice water gradually until the dough comes together. Don’t overwork it. Wrap in cling film and chill for 30 minutes. A cold dough ensures a crisp tart shell, crucial for any tart recipe.
- 3.
Prepare the filling
In another bowl, combine sweet corn, grated Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block, cream cheese, black pepper, chilli flakes (optional), spring onions, and salt. This cheesy, spicy mix makes your corn tart filling rich and flavour-packed.
- 4.
Preheat the oven
Set your oven to 180°C. A properly preheated oven helps get that signature golden-brown tart crust, essential for any corn tart recipe.
- 5.
Shape the tart shells
Roll the chilled dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut circles and press into a greased muffin tray to form tart shells. These mini tart shells are what give this tart recipe its bite-sized charm.
- 6.
Fill the tarts
Spoon the corn and cheese filling generously into each tart shell. The sweet and creamy filling is the heart of your corn tart.
- 7.
Bake and serve
Bake for 20–25 minutes until the tart shells are golden and the cheese is bubbly. Let them cool slightly, then garnish with spring onions. This corn tart recipe makes a perfect appetiser or light snack.
| Ingredients | How It Helps |
|---|---|
All-purpose flour | Forms the base of the tart crust, providing structure and a crisp texture. |
Butter (cold and diced) | Adds flakiness and rich flavour to the crust. |
Salt | Enhances flavour in both crust and filling. |
Ice water | Helps bring the tart dough together without making it tough. |
Sweet corn (fresh or frozen) | Adds natural sweetness, fibre, and antioxidants |
Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block | Offers creaminess and a rich, cheesy flavour that melts beautifully. |
Britannia The Laughing Cow Cream Cheese | Adds smooth texture and mild tangy richness to the filling. |
Black pepper | Provides a mild kick and may help with digestion. |
Red chilli flakes (optional) | Adds spice and enhances metabolism |
Spring onions (chopped) | Lends freshness, crunch, and a mild oniony flavour. |
- Corn is native to the Americas and has been used in cooking for thousands of years.
- Savoury tarts have roots in European cuisine—think French quiches and British pies
- Today’s corn tart is a creative blend of Old World pastry and New World ingredients.