Irresistible Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts in 3 Easy Steps Recipe
These Irresistible Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts combine the sweet, rich flavor of slowly caramelized onions with tangy goat cheese, all nestled in flaky puff pastry. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a savory snack, these tarts come together effortlessly in just three easy steps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 tarts 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Caramelized Onions
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature while you prepare the filling.
- Caramelize Onions: In a pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil and butter. Add the thinly sliced onions along with sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook gently for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions become soft, deeply golden, and caramelized. Then stir in the balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme leaves, and remove from heat to cool slightly.
- Assemble and Bake Tarts: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into squares. Place caramelized onions evenly over each square, topping with crumbled goat cheese. Arrange the assembled tarts on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle a pinch of fresh thyme or rosemary on top before baking.
- These tarts can be prepared ahead by caramelizing onions in advance; simply assemble and bake before serving.
- Use high-quality goat cheese for a more pronounced tangy flavor.
- If puff pastry is not available, you can substitute with phyllo dough though the texture will differ.
- Serve warm or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer or snack.
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