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Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Tartlet
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Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Tartlet

These Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Tartlets combine sweet caramelized onions, tangy goat cheese, and flaky puff pastry for an elegant yet easy appetizer. Perfect for parties, brunches, or cozy evenings with wine.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 tartlets
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: French
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 oz goat cheese, softened
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 salt and black pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • knife
  • spatula or spoon
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized.
  3. Stir in brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, then cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Roll out puff pastry and cut into 6 equal squares or circles. Place on prepared baking sheet and lightly score a 1 cm border around each tartlet.
  5. Spread a small spoonful of goat cheese in the center of each pastry square, keeping inside the border. Top with caramelized onions and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Brush pastry edges with beaten egg. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until puffed and golden.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally drizzled with balsamic glaze.

Notes

Caramelize onions slowly for the best flavor — patience pays off. You can prepare the filling in advance and assemble the tartlets just before baking. Serve warm or at room temperature. Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze for extra depth.