MOZZARELLA APPETIZER TARTLETS

Mozzarella Appetizer Tartlets image

These little cups are so easy to make, but it looks like you spent a lot of time in the kitchen. I find that when I serve them I can't keep up with the demand. They are eaten up so fast and everyone wants more.-Carolyn Borougerdi, Irving, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon minced garlic
12 slices white bread, crusts removed
1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped
12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 12 slices

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine oil and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the cream cheese, garlic and remaining Italian seasoning; set aside., Flatten bread with a rolling pin. Brush one side with oil mixture; place oil side down in muffin cups. Spoon cream cheese mixture into each; top with chopped tomato and a cheese slice., Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.