Half-Cooked Lobster & Goat Cheese Tart
A luxurious half-baked tart featuring succulent lobster and creamy goat cheese, finished with a golden crust for a half-portion delicacy. This french-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes layers cooked and flaked lobster meat, softened goat 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 350 calories and feeds 4, 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 lb, cooked and flaked lobster meat
- 1/2 cup, softened goat cheese
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup, melted butter
- 1 large eggs
- 1 tbsp, chopped parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix flour, butter, and eggs to form a crumbly dough. Press half into a tart shell and bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine lobster, goat cheese, and parsley. Spread evenly over the baked crust.
- Step 3: Bake for 5 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Cooked Lobster & Goat Cheese Tart take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 Half-Cooked Lobster & Goat 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 Half-Cooked Lobster & Goat 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 Half-Cooked Lobster & Goat Cheese Tart for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Half-Cooked Lobster & Goat Cheese Tart?
French seafood 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.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
