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Twisted Toast Tarts with Cheese and Tomato
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Twisted Toast Tarts with Cheese and Tomato
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Twisted Toast Tarts with Cheese and Tomato

These twisted toast tarts are a fun appetizer, snack, or lunch idea, perfect for kids and adults alike. While the twisting technique might take a little practice, once you get the hang of it, they are easy to assemble and bake. Simply top the twisted bread with cheese and tomato, then toast in the oven until the bread is crisp and the cheese is beautifully melted and gooey.
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#Appetizer
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#Vegetarian
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Twisting the bread strips
Twisting the bread strips

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
2
Servings
Medium
Snack
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
15g
Protein
35g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Assembling the tart base
Assembling the tart base

Ingredients

  • White sandwich bread
    (crusts removed, if desired)

    4 slices
  • Grated cheese
    (such as cheddar or mozzarella)

    1 cup
  • Small tomatoes
    (or 4-6 cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced)

    1 medium
  • Olive oil
    (for brushing)

    1 tablespoon
  • Salt
    (optional)

    Pinch to taste
  • Black pepper
    (optional)

    Pinch to taste
Servings: 2
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Tarts ready for the oven
Tarts ready for the oven

Instructions

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  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
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    Step 1 visual
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    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
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    Preheating ensures even baking and a crispier result.
  • 2

    Flatten each slice of bread using a rolling pin until it's thin. Then, cut each flattened slice into 2 or 3 equal strips.
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    Flatten each slice of bread using a rolling pin until it's thin. Then, cut each flattened slice into 2 or 3 equal strips.
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    Removing crusts before flattening can make it easier to achieve a uniform shape, though not necessary.
  • 3

    Take two bread strips and twist them together tightly. Repeat with the remaining strips.
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    Step 3 visual
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    Take two bread strips and twist them together tightly. Repeat with the remaining strips.
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    Practice the twist a few times to get the hang of it. Tighter twists hold their shape better.
  • 4

    Carefully coil each twisted pair of bread strips into a circular 'tart' shape and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
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    Carefully coil each twisted pair of bread strips into a circular 'tart' shape and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
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    Gently press the ends together to secure the coil, forming a neat base for your toppings.
  • 5

    Lightly brush the coiled bread tarts with olive oil. Sprinkle with grated cheese and arrange the sliced tomatoes on top. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper if desired.
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    Lightly brush the coiled bread tarts with olive oil. Sprinkle with grated cheese and arrange the sliced tomatoes on top. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper if desired.
    3m

    Don't over-oil, just enough for a golden crust. Feel free to add other toppings like herbs or cooked bacon bits.
  • 6

    Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is bubbly and gooey.
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    Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is bubbly and gooey.
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    Keep an eye on them to prevent burning. Serve immediately while warm and the cheese is melted.
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