Welcome to today’s recipe feature! These Savory Tomato Tarts are a delightful and elegant appetizer or snack that can easily impress your guests. With a combination of flaky puff pastry, sweet caramelized onions, juicy tomatoes, and melty pepperjack cheese, these tarts are sure to become a favorite. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ onion, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed according to package instructions
- 1 large egg plus 1 teaspoon water, beaten
- 2 large tomatoes, thinly sliced
- ½ cup pepperjack cheese, shredded
- Fresh parsley and herbs for garnish
Directions
Step 1: Caramelize the Onions
- Melt the butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring continuously, until the onions are tender and golden brown. This process takes about 20 minutes.
- Once caramelized, set the onions aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Pastry
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Using a round cookie cutter, cut circles from the thawed puff pastry sheets. Place the pastry circles on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Step 3: Assemble the Tarts
- Brush each pastry circle with the beaten egg wash.
- Place a thin slice of tomato in the center of each pastry circle.
- Top each tomato slice with a portion of the caramelized onions.
- Sprinkle shredded pepperjack cheese over the onions.
Step 4: Bake and Serve
- Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 16-20 minutes, or until they are puffy and golden brown, and the cheese has melted and turned golden.
- Once baked, top the tarts with fresh parsley and herbs if desired.
- Allow the tarts to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Additional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Calories: 220 kcal per serving
- Servings: 6 servings
These savory tomato tarts are perfect for a quick snack or as an appetizer for a dinner party. The combination of flavors and textures will delight your taste buds. Enjoy!
I hope you enjoy making and eating these Savory Tomato Tarts as much as I do! Let me know in the comments how yours turned out and any variations you tried. Happy cooking!
Savory Tomato Tarts
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
These Savory Tomato Tarts combine the elegance of golden puff pastry with the rich flavors of caramelized onions and pepperjack cheese. Topped with fresh slices of tomato and a sprinkle of herbs, they’re a delightful treat that pairs perfectly with any meal or stands alone as a delicious appetizer.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
2 sheets puff pastry, thawed according to package instructions
1 large egg plus 1 teaspoon water, beaten
2 large tomatoes, thinly sliced
½ cup pepperjack cheese, shredded
Fresh parsley and herbs
Instructions
Melt butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add sliced onions to pan, season with salt and pepper and cook, continuing to stir, until tender and golden brown (up to 20 minutes); then set aside.
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Using a round cookie cutter, cut circles of dough from puff pastry and place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Brush egg wash on each pastry circle, then top each with a tomato slice in the direct center.
Add caramelized onions on top of each tomato slice and sprinkle shredded cheese.
Bake for 16-20 minutes or until tarts are puffy and golden brown, and cheese has melted and turned golden. Top with parsley and herbs if desired. Cool for a few minutes, then serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 220