Irresistible Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts in 3 Easy Steps Recipe
These Irresistible Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts are a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors wrapped in flaky puff pastry. With just three easy steps, you can create an elegant appetizer or snack that boasts caramelized onions sweetened with a hint of balsamic and thyme, paired with creamy, tangy goat cheese, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 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’s at the ideal temperature for baking the tarts.
- 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 the onions slowly for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn soft, golden, and deeply caramelized. This process intensifies the onions’ natural sweetness.
- Add Flavor: Stir in the balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme leaves to the caramelized onions. Mix well and then remove the pan from the heat to let the flavors meld.
- Prepare Pastry Base: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into evenly sized squares suitable for individual tarts.
- Assemble Tarts: Place the pastry squares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spoon an ample amount of the caramelized onion mixture onto each square, then evenly sprinkle crumbled goat cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake the prepared tarts in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the puff pastry is golden brown and crisp, and the goat cheese is slightly melted.
- Serve: Remove the tarts from the oven and serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- You can substitute goat cheese with feta or cream cheese if desired.
- Make sure to cook the onions slowly to avoid burning; caramelization develops best over lower heat.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free puff pastry.
- These tarts can be prepared ahead up to the assembly stage and baked just before serving.
- Adding a sprinkle of fresh thyme or chopped parsley just before serving enhances freshness.
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