Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts layer slow-cooked sweet onions with tangy goat cheese crumbles on flaky puff pastry for elegant bite-sized appetizers. This 1-hour party star makes 24 mini tarts with buttery crunch and thyme lift.

Store-bought puff pastry speeds assembly. Onions caramelize while pastry chills.

Why This Recipe Works

Low-slow onion cooking develops deep sweetness. Thyme balances tang. Puff pastry rises dramatically with egg wash. Goat cheese bakes creamy without melting flat. Bite-size portions perfect for passing.

Ingredients & Prep

Caramelized Onions:

• 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• Salt, pepper

Tarts:

• 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
• 8 oz goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (egg wash)
• Extra thyme for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Melt butter and oil in skillet; add onions, sugar, salt. Cook low 35-40 minutes until deep golden, stirring occasionally. Add thyme last 5 minutes. Cool.
2. Preheat 400°F; roll puff pastry to 1/8-inch thick. Cut 3-inch circles or squares.
3. Press into mini muffin tin; egg wash edges. Spoon 1 tsp onions, top 1 tsp goat cheese.
4. Bake 18-22 minutes until puffed golden. Cool 5 minutes; garnish thyme.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Room temp 4 hours; refrigerate 2 days. Reheat 350°F 5 minutes.

FAQs

Onions burn?
Low heat; stir often; add water if needed.

Pastry soggy?
Chill filled tins 15 minutes pre-bake.

Cheese runny?
Cold crumbles; don’t overfill.

Conclusion

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Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts Recipe

Print Recipe

Elegant caramelized onion and goat cheese tarts with a flaky pastry base. Sweet, slow-cooked onions pair perfectly with tangy goat cheese for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Yield: 6 tarts 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: French
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Optional: balsamic glaze or honey for drizzling

Instructions

• 1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat.
• 2. Add onions, salt, and pepper; cook slowly for 20–25 minutes until soft and caramelized.
• 3. Stir in thyme and remove from heat.
• 4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• 5. Roll out puff pastry and cut into squares or circles.
• 6. Place pastry on a lined baking sheet and score a border around each piece.
• 7. Spread caramelized onions inside the border.
• 8. Top with crumbled goat cheese.
• 9. Brush edges with beaten egg.
• 10. Bake for 15–18 minutes until puffed and golden.
• 11. Drizzle with balsamic glaze or honey if desired and serve warm.

Notes

• Can be made ahead and reheated briefly in the oven.
• Try adding a sprinkle of walnuts for crunch.
• Great as an appetizer, brunch item, or light dinner with salad.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 tart
• Calories: 260
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 320mg
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 6g
• Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: caramelized onion tart, goat cheese tart, puff pastry appetizer