Comté and Gorgonzola Cheese Tart
A creamy, rustic tart with melted Comté and tangy gorgonzola, served with a honey drizzle and fresh herbs. This belgian-inspired mediterranean ready in about 60 minutes layers grated Comté cheese, crumbled gorgonzola cheese, flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, grated Comté cheese
- 1/2 cup, crumbled gorgonzola cheese
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup, cubed butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup, chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, combine 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup butter, and 1 tbsp thyme. Pulse until crumbly. Press into a 9-inch tart shell and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 1 cup grated Comté cheese, 1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola, 2 beaten eggs, and 2 tbsp honey. Pour into the tart shell and spread evenly.
- Step 3: Bake for 15-18 minutes until the top is golden and the center is set. Let cool slightly.
- Step 4: Sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts and drizzle with additional honey. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Comté and Gorgonzola Cheese Tart take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Comté and Gorgonzola Cheese Tart?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Comté and Gorgonzola Cheese Tart?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Comté and Gorgonzola Cheese Tart for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Comté and Gorgonzola Cheese Tart?
Belgian mediterranean like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
