Camembert Tart: A Deliciously Simple Recipe

The Camembert tart, a delightful combination of creamy cheese, savory bacon, and flaky pastry, has become a popular choice for both casual gatherings and sophisticated appetizers. This recipe offers a straightforward approach to creating this culinary treat, perfect for cheese lovers and home cooks alike.

Ingredients

• 1 Camembert cheese
• 1 shortcrust pastry
• 20cl of crème fraîche
• 3 eggs
• 150g of plain bacon
• 1 onion
• A few pinches of nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time & Cooking Time

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Cooking time: 40 minutes at 180°C (356°F)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Prepare the bacon by chopping it and cooking it in a large skillet until crispy. As noted in a TikTok recipe, bacon is a key component of similar baked cheese dishes [1].
3. Dice the onion and sauté it until softened.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the crème fraîche, eggs, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
5. Place the shortcrust pastry in a tart tin.
6. Arrange the cooked bacon and sautéed onion over the pastry.
7. Pour the crème fraîche mixture over the bacon and onion.
8. Place the Camembert cheese in the center of the tart.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Variations and Serving Suggestions

Inspired by similar recipes featuring bacon and cheese, such as a Camembert cob loaf [2] or a cheesy sausage bake [3], you can customize this tart to your liking. Consider adding other ingredients like caramelized onions, mushrooms, or different types of cheese. A similar recipe also incorporates smoked bacon [4].

This Camembert tart is excellent served as an appetizer, a light lunch, or as part of a cheese board. It pairs well with a crisp white wine or a refreshing salad.