Description
Indulge in the savory-sweet flavors of this Caramelized Onion, Apple & Cheddar Tart. With a flaky puff pastry base, caramelized onions, crisp apple slices, and sharp cheddar, this appetizer is perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Caramelized Onions:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Filling:
- 1 large apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), thinly sliced
- 1½ cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
Egg Wash:
- 1 egg (beaten)
Optional Garnish:
- Extra thyme or arugula
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Caramelize Onions: In a skillet, melt butter and cook onions with salt and pepper until caramelized. Add balsamic vinegar and thyme.
- Prepare Pastry: On a baking sheet, unfold puff pastry, create a border, spread caramelized onions, layer with apples and cheddar.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Brush border with beaten egg.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Cool and Garnish: Let cool, slice, and garnish with thyme or arugula.
Notes
- This tart can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Try using Gruyère cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
