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Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tart

Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tart That's Irresistibly Savory

Crispy, flaky, and oh-so-savory, this Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tart is a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Base
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry thawed
  • 1 whole Egg for egg wash
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil enriches flavor
  • 4 large Yellow Onions peeled and thinly sliced
  • 0.5 tablespoon Fresh Thyme minced; can use dried thyme
  • 4 oz Goat Cheese room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons Heavy Whipping Cream cold
  • 0.75 teaspoon Kosher Salt enhances flavor
  • 0.33 cup Fig Jam or Preserves adds sweetness

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Sharp Knife
  • fork
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium-low heat. Add 4 large, thinly sliced yellow onions, stirring occasionally for about 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Whip together 4 oz of room temperature goat cheese with 3 tablespoons of cold heavy whipping cream and ¾ teaspoon of kosher salt until light and creamy.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out 1 sheet of thawed puff pastry into a 12x15 inch rectangle, score a 1-inch border, and dock the base with a fork.
  4. Spread the whipped goat cheese mixture evenly inside the scored border of the puff pastry, layer the caramelized onions on top, then drizzle with fig jam.
  5. Brush the edges with a beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is puffed and golden brown.
  6. Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This tart pairs beautifully with a light salad and can be made ahead of time.

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