Irresistible Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe
These Irresistible Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts combine the sweet, deeply caramelized flavor of onions with creamy goat cheese on a flaky puff pastry base. Perfect for an elegant appetizer or a savory snack, they’re easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 tarts 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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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 the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the tarts.
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat the olive oil and butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions along with sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme leaves into the caramelized onions, mixing well. Remove the pan from heat to preserve the fresh herb flavor.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut it into evenly sized squares suitable for tarts.
- Assemble the Tarts: Place the caramelized onions on each puff pastry square, then generously top with crumbled goat cheese.
- Bake: Arrange the assembled tarts on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the puff pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Remove the tarts from the oven and serve warm to enjoy the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and savory flavors.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling to prevent cracking.
- Cook onions slowly and patiently for best caramelization and flavor.
- Use fresh thyme to enhance the herbal notes; dried thyme can be substituted but use half the amount.
- These tarts are best enjoyed warm but can be reheated gently in the oven.
- Experiment with toppings like adding a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper for variation.
Keywords: caramelized onion tarts, goat cheese tarts, puff pastry appetizers, savory tarts, easy vegetarian appetizers
