Easy Cheesy Pancetta and Pea Puff Pastry Tart Recipe

Try this Easy Cheesy Pancetta and Pea Puff Pastry Tart – a simple, savory tart recipe loaded with crispy Pancetta, melty cheese, and peas.

If you’re looking for a delicious and low-effort dish, this Easy Cheesy Pancetta and Pea Puff Pastry Tart is the answer. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a savory tart that’s impressive enough for guests, but simple enough for a weekday meal.

The crispy, golden puff pastry acts as the perfect base for the rich, cheesy filling, while the Pancetta adds a salty crunch and the peas provide a pop of sweetness. It’s a versatile recipe that works beautifully as a brunch centerpiece, a light lunch, or even a party appetizer.

It’s super quick to assemble on a sheet pan and bakes up in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy schedules. Serve this Easy Cheesy Pancetta and Pea Puff Pastry Tart warm with a crisp green salad or cut it into small squares for a bite-sized treat that will disappear fast.

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Ingredients

• 1 sheet butter puff pastry, defrosted
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
• 3 ounces diced Pancetta
• 3 ounces fresh or frozen defrosted peas
• freshly cracked black pepper

Tips

• Try and use all-butter puff pastry
• You can substitute jack cheese for Gruyere
• Frozen peas work just as nicely as fresh, but it’s fun to use fresh during the springtime

(Serves 4)

To Prepare:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.  Line sheet pan with parchment paper.
2. Remove puff pastry dough from package and place on sheet pan.
3. Score 1-inch around edges.  Brush with heavy cream inside the scored area.
4. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups Gruyere cheese on top of dough.
5. Top with Pancetta and peas.  Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
6. Bake for 25 minutes until edges are golden and puffed.  Remove and top with black pepper.
7. Slice and serve warm.  Enjoy!

This Cheesy Pancetta and Pea Puff Pastry Tart Recipe is proof that delicious doesn’t have to be complicated.