Spiced Peach and Goat Cheese Tart
A creamy, fruity tart with a flaky crust, topped with sweet peaches and tangy goat cheese. This french-inspired desserts (vegetarian) ready in about 50 minutes layers sheet frozen pastry dough, ripe, sliced peaches, softened goat cheese 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 280 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 sheet frozen pastry dough
- 4 ripe, sliced peaches
- 8 oz, softened goat cheese
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 whole, beaten eggs
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pastry dough on a floured surface and transfer to a 9-inch tart pan. Trim edges and prick bottom with a fork.
- Step 2: Spread goat cheese evenly over the crust. Arrange peach slices in a spiral pattern, leaving space between each piece.
- Step 3: Whisk together honey, cinnamon, and 1/4 cup almond flour. Pour mixture over peaches, then drizzle remaining almond flour over the top.
- Step 4: Brush edges with beaten egg for a golden glaze. Bake for 25-30 minutes until tart is golden and peaches are tender.
- Step 5: Let cool completely before serving. Slice into wedges and garnish with fresh mint.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Peach and Goat Cheese Tart take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Spiced Peach and 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 Spiced Peach and 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 Spiced Peach and Goat 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.
Is Spiced Peach and Goat Cheese Tart vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
