Description
These Irresistible Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts are a perfect blend of sweet caramelized onions and tangy goat cheese resting on a flaky puff pastry base. Easy to prepare in just 3 simple steps, this savory tart is ideal for appetizers, brunch, or a light meal.
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 ready for baking the tarts.
- Caramelize Onions: In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter along with the olive oil. Add the thinly sliced onions, sugar, salt, and pepper to the pan. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. Stir in the balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme leaves, then remove from heat.
- Prepare and Bake Tarts: Roll out the thawed puff pastry and cut it into squares. Place a generous spoonful of the caramelized onion mixture onto each square and top with crumbled goat cheese. Arrange the tarts on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crispy. Serve the tarts warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of fresh thyme or rosemary on top before baking.
- These tarts are best served warm but can be enjoyed at room temperature as well.
- Use good-quality goat cheese for the best tangy flavor.
- Do not rush caramelizing the onions; slow cooking brings out their natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
- The recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: caramelized onion tart, goat cheese tart, puff pastry appetizer, easy tart recipe, savory puff pastry, French appetizer
