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Smoked Salmon Tart Recipe

An elegant smoked salmon tart with a buttery crust, creamy herbed filling, and silky smoked salmon on top. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or an easy yet impressive appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • Tart crust:
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 34 tbsp cold water
  • Filling:
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Topping:
  • 56 oz smoked salmon
  • Extra dill or chives
  • Capers (optional)

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • 2. Combine flour and salt; cut in butter until crumbly.
  • 3. Add cold water gradually until dough comes together.
  • 4. Press dough into a tart pan and prick base with a fork.
  • 5. Blind bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
  • 6. In a bowl, whisk cream cheese, crème fraîche, eggs, lemon juice, zest, herbs, and pepper until smooth.
  • 7. Pour filling into pre-baked crust.
  • 8. Bake 25–30 minutes until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  • 9. Cool slightly, then top with smoked salmon, herbs, and capers.
  • 10. Slice and serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • Serve with a light green salad for brunch.
  • Can be baked ahead and topped just before serving.
  • Use hot-smoked salmon for a firmer texture if preferred.

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