Savory Tart in Air Fryer with Homemade Shortcrust Pastry, filled with cooked ham, creamy cheese, and artichokes: a clever, quick, and oven-free recipe, perfect to take to the beach or serve as an appetizer or aperitif.
The shortcrust pastry is made in 5 minutes with a few ingredients and the filling is simple but super tasty. Cooking in the air fryer allows you to have a golden and crispy tart in no time, without turning on the oven. Ideal for a savory summer snack, delicious and homemade.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 6
- Cooking methods: Air Frying, Electric Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 301.09 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 24.20 (g) of which sugars 0.84 (g)
- Proteins 6.92 (g)
- Fat 20.08 (g) of which saturated 9.35 (g)of which unsaturated 5.32 (g)
- Fibers 0.99 (g)
- Sodium 319.60 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 96 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 7 tbsps butter
- 3 1/2 tbsps water
- 1 tsp salt (level)
- 2 oz cooked ham
- 3 tbsps cream cheese
- A few artichokes in oil
Tools
- 1 Food Processor
- 1 Air Fryer
- 1 Tart Pan
Preparation
Let’s make the homemade shortcrust pastry:
Gather all the shortcrust pastry ingredients in the food processor, ensuring you fit the blade suitable for tough doughs. Operate at maximum speed and let it work until the dough begins to compact forming a dough ball. Transfer it to the lightly floured work surface and knead it briefly by hand to make it more homogeneous and compact.
The shortcrust pastry is ready to be used immediately. On the lightly floured work surface, roll it out with a rolling pin to obtain an even thickness. Cover the base of the tart pan with the pastry (no need to butter or flour it), making sure it adheres well to the edges.
Now we just have to fill our savory tart. Place a layer of cooked ham directly on the shortcrust pastry base. Add the cream cheese and spread it evenly with the back of a spoon. Finish with a few artichokes cut into pieces, spreading them over the entire surface.
Cover the tart with a second layer of shortcrust pastry, sealing the edges well with your fingers. Poke the surface with a fork so it won’t puff up while baking. Cook in air fryer at 320°F for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown
NOTES
You can customize the filling with whatever you have in your fridge: cold cuts, grilled vegetables, creamy or cubed cheeses. It’s a perfect fridge-cleaning recipe, ready in no time!
This savory tart is also excellent at room temperature. You can prepare it in advance and take it with you to the beach, office, or an outdoor picnic.
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FAQ
Can I prepare the savory tart in advance?
Yes! You can prepare it even the day before: it keeps well in the fridge, covered with cling film or in an airtight container. When serving, you can enjoy it at room temperature or heat it for a few minutes in the air fryer or oven.
Can I replace the cream cheese with another type of cheese
Of course! You can use ricotta, robiola, stracchino, or even a mix of leftover cheeses. The important thing is that they are creamy.
