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Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts

Savory Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts to Wow Guests

Delightful Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts bring together warm sweetness and tangy richness, making them a perfect appetizer for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 tarts
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter or ghee for dairy-free
  • 2 medium onions sliced, choose red or yellow
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey/maple syrup for a twist
  • ½ teaspoon salt kosher or sea salt
  • to taste black pepper cayenne can be a spicy alternative
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme reduce amount if using dried thyme
  • 4 ounces goat cheese or cream cheese/feta if preferred
For the Crust
  • 1 sheet puff pastry or almond flour-based pastry for gluten-free option

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes, then stir occasionally for 15 minutes until golden brown. Mix in balsamic vinegar and thyme for an additional 5 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 6 rectangles, roughly 4x6 inches each, and keep cool in the fridge.
  3. Place puff pastry rectangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread caramelized onion mixture on each rectangle leaving a ½ inch border. Crumble goat cheese over the onions and sprinkle with extra thyme.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes, keeping an eye on them to ensure the pastry puffs and turns golden brown.
  5. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider chilling assembled tarts for 10 minutes before baking to maintain flakiness. Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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