Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tartlets, a perfect blend of buttery, flaky pastry with creamy goat cheese and sweet, caramelized onions. These elegant mini tarts make an ideal appetizer for holiday gatherings or intimate dinners, featuring a delightful combination of textures and tastes that are sure to impress your guests. With their beautiful presentation and rich flavor profile, these savory bites are not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to suit various occasions. Enjoy them warm as part of a cozy winter meal or serve them chilled at your next party.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet shortcrust pastry (or 8 mini tart shells)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- 5 oz goat cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare tart shells by cutting pastry into circles and pressing them into greased mini tart pans; blind bake for 10 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-low heat, add sliced onions and sugar; cook for 20–25 minutes until caramelized.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble tartlets by distributing caramelized onions in shells, crumbling goat cheese on top, and pouring egg mixture until almost full.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet (35g)
- Calories: 178
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg