Goat Cheese Onion Pastries
These savory pastries combine rich goat cheese, caramelized onions, and crispy bacon for a flavorful appetizer perfect for gatherings or elegant snacks.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 parchment-lined baking sheet
Ingredients
- 6 bacon strips chopped
- 2 large onions finely chopped
- 3 shallots thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed
- 1 large egg white beaten
- 1 log 4 ounces fresh goat cheese, cut into 12 slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally; remove and drain on paper towels.
- Discard drippings but reserve 2 teaspoons in the skillet.
- Add onions, shallots, and sugar to the reserved drippings; cook and stir over medium heat until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in white wine, loosening any browned bits from the pan.
- Add thyme, garlic, and pepper; cook uncovered until liquid evaporates, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in cooked bacon and remove from heat.
- On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry and cut into three 9x3-inch rectangles; transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush each pastry with beaten egg white.
- Top each with the onion mixture and a slice of goat cheese.
- Bake until golden brown, 16-20 minutes.
- Cut each rectangle into four appetizers and garnish with additional thyme if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh thyme for brighter flavor or dried thyme in a pinch.
- Try substituting goat cheese with cream cheese for a milder taste.
- Perfect served warm fresh from the oven for best texture.