Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Bites
Delicious bite-sized pastries filled with caramelized onions and creamy goat cheese, perfect for gatherings or as a comforting snack.
Servings: 18 bites
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
For the caramelized onion filling
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- to taste Kosher salt
- to taste Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves, plus more for serving
For the pastry
- All-purpose flour for surface For dusting the work surface.
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed in refrigerator Thaw overnight for best results.
- 1 large egg, beaten to blend For brushing on pastries.
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tsp honey For drizzling on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter. Watch as they bubble and blend together.
- Toss in the thinly sliced onions, seasoning generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 35 minutes until caramelized.
- Once the onions have achieved a deep caramel hue, stir in balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme. Let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper. Cut each sheet of puff pastry into 9 squares.
- Transfer the pastry squares to the baking sheets and top each with approximately 1 tablespoon of the caramelized onion mixture.
- Brush the exposed edges with the beaten egg and crumble goat cheese over each square.
Baking
- Bake the tarts, rotating sheets halfway through, for about 25 to 28 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Drizzle honey on each tart and top with extra thyme and a dash of freshly ground pepper before serving.
Serving
- Serve immediately while warm or let cool to room temperature.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, consider swapping goat cheese with cashew cheese or using gluten-free puff pastry. These bites can be paired with a variety of sides, such as creamy vanilla ice cream or crisp white wine.