Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts
Deliciously flaky tarts filled with creamy goat cheese and sweet caramelized onions, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Pastry Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry Thawed completely before use.
- 1 egg egg (for egg wash) Beaten for brushing on pastry.
Filling Ingredients
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced They will caramelize and sweeten during cooking.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing onions.
- 1 teaspoon sugar To help caramelize the onions.
- 1 teaspoon salt Season onions.
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled Adds creaminess and tang.
Garnish
- to taste Fresh thyme or rosemary Optional garnish for extra flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions.
- Sprinkle the onions with sugar and salt. Stir them gently.
- Cook the onions for about 15 minutes, until they are soft and golden, stirring occasionally.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface. Cut it into squares or circles.
- Place the puff pastry pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Top each piece of pastry with a spoonful of caramelized onions.
- Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese over the onions.
- Beat the egg and brush the edges of the pastry with it for a nice golden color.
- Optional: Add fresh thyme or rosemary on top for extra flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
To ensure perfect tarts, don’t rush the caramelization of the onions. Avoid using wet puff pastry; ensure it’s thawed completely. Don’t skip the egg wash for a beautiful finish. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.