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Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts

Flaky puff pastry topped with sweet caramelized onions and creamy goat cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 tarts
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: French-Inspired
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 3 yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 4 oz goat cheese softened
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar optional
  • 1 egg beaten

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook onions in olive oil and butter over medium-low heat 25–30 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Roll out puff pastry and cut into 6 pieces. Score borders.
  4. Spread goat cheese and top with caramelized onions.
  5. Brush edges with egg wash and bake 18–22 minutes until golden.
  6. Garnish with thyme and serve.

Notes

Caramelize onions slowly for best sweetness and depth of flavor.