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10 puff pastry tart recipes to try this summer

by Louella Berryman

published on 10 July 2025

For many cooks, a sheet of puff pastry is a fridge staple. This quick-cook, convenient ingredient can turn a random selection of vegetables, leftovers, or pantry staples into an utterly delicious meal, ready to be enjoyed hot or cold.

To bring you fresh inspiration, we’ve gathered a selection of simple, versatile puff pastry tart recipes from the cookbooks of Jamie Oliver, Rick Stein, Nadiya, Mary Berry, Rukmini Iyer and more. From picnic-ready savoury tarts, to simple yet decadent desserts, these recipes will have you covered for every summertime occasion.

Savoury puff pastry tart recipes

Easy Puff Pastry Courgette Tart Recipe

Courgette and Goat’s Cheese Puff Pastry Tart

by Caitlin Macdonald

Courgettes, which are in season for the summer months, are at their best here: thinly sliced and scattered over a crisp puff pastry tart topped with creamy goat’s cheese and ricotta. A sprinkling of pistachios and a drizzle of honey add further contrast and depth of flavour.

Puff Pastry Smoked Trout Tart

Hot Smoked Trout and Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Tart

by Caitlin Macdonald

This easy tart takes all the best bits of a classic lox bagel – smoked fish, cream cheese, red onion and cucumbers – and piles them on top of puff pastry for an eye-catching shareable picnic dish.

Rick Stein’s Confit Tomato and Aubergine Tarte Tatin

Rick Stein’s Confit Tomato and Aubergine Tarte Tatin

Swap apples for beautifully ripe tomatoes and aubergines in this savoury twist on a French classic. For an extra touch of herby freshness, whip up a batch of French–style pistou to drizzle over the tart.

Rosemary, Goat’s Cheese and Mushroom Tart with Pink Peppercorns

Rosemary, Goat’s Cheese and Mushroom Tart with Pink Peppercorns

With her array of brilliant one-tray cookbooks, it should come as no surprise that Rukmini Iyer has a must-try take on the savoury puff pastry tart. This 3o-minute recipe is packed with tangy, umami and peppery goodness.

Jane’s Patisserie’s Vegetable Tarts

by Jane Dunn

These veggie-packed tarts make a great addition to any picnic. Sun-dried tomato paste and a simple homemade pesto make the perfect Mediterranean-inspired flavour base.

Minty Courgette Tart Jamie Oliver

Jamie Oliver’s Minty Courgette Tart

All you need is five simple ingredients to make this summer-ready vegetarian tart inspired by the deep and salty flavours of a pissaladière.

Mary Berry Roasted Pepper Beetroot and Feta Oval tart

Mary Berry’s Roasted Pepper, Beetroot and Feta Oval Tart

Artfully arranged sliced beetroot makes a striking topping for a sheet of puff pastry. With the addition of roasted red peppers and crumbled feta, you’ve got the perfect medley of flavours.

Ainsley Harriott Pear Pecan Cheese Tart | Easy Main

Ainsley Harriott’s Honey and Thyme Caramelised Pear, Pecan and Cheese Tart

As summer moves into autumn, this pear tart is a must-try. Ainsley Harriott’s recipe combines sweet pears, honey, thyme, and salty blue cheese to create a cheeseboard-inspired tart.

Sweet puff pastry tart recipes

jamie oliver easy air fryer pineapple tart recipe

Jamie Oliver’s Air Fryer Pineapple Tarte Tatin

Bring the flavours of the tropics to your table with this easy recipe from Jamie Oliver. The best bit? It’s made in the air fryer and uses just seven ingredients.

Nadiya Hussain’s Banana Tarte Tatin with Malai Ice Cream

Turn a sheet of puff pastry and some ripe bananas into a show-stopping dessert with this South East Asian-inspired recipe, served with a generous scoop of homemade cardamom-infused ice cream.

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