This Caramelized Onion and Honey Tart is a wonderfully simple and flavorful dish, perfect for a light dinner or as an appetizer. With its buttery puff pastry, sweet caramelized onions, gooey cheese, and a hint of honey, this tart is an elegant yet easy-to-make recipe that the whole family will enjoy. Pair it with a green salad for a complete meal.
Preparation time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
Ingredients
600g onions, thinly sliced
5g (1 tsp) butter
1 sheet of puff or shortcrust pastry
75g freshly grated cheese (e.g., Gruyère, goat cheese, or Cheddar)
2 tsp honey, plus extra for coating
A pinch of sage (optional; substitute rosemary, oregano, or thyme)
Optional garnish:
Fresh rosemary, parsley, or chives
Instructions
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Caramelize the onions:
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until browned.
Add the sliced onions, cover, and cook over medium heat until they begin to brown nicely, stirring occasionally. Cooking the onions covered will allow them to caramelize faster by trapping the steam.
Once golden brown and soft, remove from heat and let cool.
Prepare the tart base:
Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
Roll out the puff pastry or shortcrust pastry and place it in a tart pan or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork to prevent uneven baking.
Assemble the tart:
Sprinkle 75g of grated cheese evenly over the pastry base.
Add a pinch of sage or another herb of your choice, if desired.
Sprinkle half of the cooled caramelized onions evenly over the cheese.
Drizzle 2 teaspoons of honey over the onions.
Add another 75g of grated cheese, followed by the remaining onions, concentrating them in the center and leaving the edges of the pastry free.
Drizzle another 2 teaspoons of honey over the top layer of onions.
Bake the tart:
Gently fold the edges of the pastry inward over the filling to create a rustic edge.
Bake the tart for 35–40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
Garnish and Serve:
Let the tart cool slightly before garnishing with fresh rosemary, parsley, chives, or leave it plain.
Slice and serve warm with a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Serving Suggestions
Pair it with a simple arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette.
Serve as an appetizer for a dinner party or as part of a brunch buffet.
Cooking Tips
Let the onions cool before layering them on top of the pastry to prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
Use high-quality honey for a richer, more nuanced flavor.
If you prefer a bolder flavor, goat cheese is a great alternative to mild cheeses.
Nutritional Value
Onions are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C.
Honey provides natural sweetness and has antibacterial properties.
Cheese adds protein and calcium to the dish.
Nutritional Information
Vegetarian
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