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Crispy Prosciutto Asparagus Egg Tarts Easy Homemade Puff Pastry Recipe

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These crispy prosciutto asparagus egg tarts combine flaky puff pastry, tender asparagus, crispy prosciutto, and soft egg yolks for a quick, elegant snack or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet (about 8 oz / 225 g) homemade or store-bought all-butter puff pastry
  • 6 slices thinly sliced prosciutto
  • 12 medium asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears (about 1-2 inches). Lightly toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 12×12 inches (30×30 cm). Cut into 6 even squares, about 4×4 inches (10×10 cm) each.
  4. Lay one slice of prosciutto on each puff pastry square, folding slightly if needed. Arrange 2 asparagus spears on top, with tips facing the same way.
  5. Carefully crack one egg over the asparagus on each tart. Optionally, lightly whisk eggs beforehand and spoon on gently.
  6. Sprinkle salt, pepper, grated Parmesan, and fresh thyme over each tart.
  7. Brush the edges of the puff pastry with olive oil.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until pastry is golden and puffed, prosciutto is crispy, and egg whites are set but yolks still slightly runny.
  9. Let the tarts cool for a few minutes on the pan before serving.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold to ensure proper puffing. To avoid soggy pastry, layer prosciutto directly on pastry as a moisture barrier. For more cooked yolks, tent tarts with foil halfway through baking. Avoid overcrowding baking sheet for even cooking. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 2 days; reheat in oven to restore crispness.

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