Best 10 Caramelized Onion Phyllo Tarts Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and impressive appetizer or side dish, consider making caramelized onion phyllo tarts. These tarts are made with a simple filling of caramelized onions, cheese, and herbs, all wrapped in a flaky phyllo dough. The caramelized onions add a sweet and savory flavor to the tarts, while the cheese and herbs provide a creamy and flavorful filling. These tarts are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal dinner party.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMELIZED ONION TARTLETS



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Jerri Hansen of Council Bluffs, Iowa, fills crunchy phyllo shells with a sweet onion mixture. "I enjoy experimenting with novel flavors and ingredients," she writes. "I've used this recipe for open houses and potlucks."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided
2 large sweet onions, chopped
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup hot water
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
8 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add onions and sugar. Cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until the onions are golden brown, stirring frequently. Stir in water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until liquid has evaporated. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese., Melt remaining butter. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; brush with butter. Brush to distribute evenly. Repeat with a second sheet; brush with butter. Cut into 12 squares. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to prevent drying.) Repeat three times, making 48 squares., Press one square into a greased miniature muffin cup. Top with another square of phyllo, placing corners off center. Spoon about 1 tablespoon onion mixture into cup. Repeat with remaining phyllo squares and onion mixture. Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 521mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CARAMELIZED ONION POTATO TART



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large onion, sliced
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 large Russet potatoes, washed
2 to 3 tablespoons butter, broken into small pieces
Special equipment: parchment paper cut into large circle to fit saute pan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Set a large skillet over medium heat and add 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Add sliced onions and cook over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes until they are tender and brown all over.
  • Using a mandolin (or sharp knife), finely slice the potatoes into rounds (you can place them in a bowl with a wet towel over the top to stop them from going brown while you work). Place the potatoes into a bowl and season with salt and pepper. When ready, add the onions and toss to combine without breaking potatoes.
  • Add about 1 tablespoon water to the same pan the onions were cooked in and allow it to come to a bubble. Using layered paper towels, wipe the pan clean.
  • Add some extra-virgin olive oil to the pan and add the potatoes to the pan, making sure the potatoes are flat. Top with the diced butter.
  • Take a piece of parchment paper and fold in half. Find the middle of the parchment along the crease and hold in place with your finger. Taking the right side of the parchment, pull it towards the center and fold it straight down to create a diagonal edge. Fold the parchment in half to create a triangle. Place the pointed edge in the middle of the saute pan on top of the potatoes to find its radius. Make a marker of where the pan edge ends (or starts). At this point you can cut the parchment at this marker and open to reveal a circle.
  • Cover the potatoes with the parchment paper and press down. Drizzle some extra-virgin olive oil over the top so it down burn and rub it in.
  • Place the pan into the oven on the top rack and bake for about 45 minutes.
  • When done remove from oven and run a knife around the edge to separate from the pan. Place a large plate on top of the saute pan and flip. Remove the saute pan. Allow to cool slightly before cutting into slices.

CARAMELIZED-ONION TARTLETS



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Onion     Bake     Cocktail Party     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Chive     Gourmet

Yield Makes 12 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups very thinly sliced onion (about 2 onions)
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons water
3/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 (9-inch) refrigerated pie shell (from a 15-ounce package)
3 tablespoons crème fraîche at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh chives
Special Equipment
a 2 1/4-inch round cookie cutter; a mini-muffin pan with 12 (1/8-cup) muffin cups

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook onion, butter, water, salt, and pepper, covered, in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately low heat, 10 minutes. Remove lid and cook, stirring frequently, until onion is deep golden brown and very tender, about 25 minutes.
  • While onion cooks, roll out dough to slightly less than 1/8 inch thick. Cut out 12 rounds with cutter and lightly press each into a mini-muffin cup. Bake until pale golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove tartlet shells from muffin pan.
  • Stir together crème fraîche and chives and divide among shells, then top with caramelized onions.

CARAMELIZED ONION PHYLLO TARTS



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Make and share this Caramelized Onion Phyllo Tarts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Paula

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 30 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
2 large sweet onions (sliced or diced thinly)
3/4 cup hot water
1 tablespoon beef bouillon (or 3 cubes)
2 (2 ounce) packages frozen miniature phyllo cups (15 shells per package)
1 cup shredded swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, sweat the onions in the butter and sugar until browned and softened, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Add the hot water and bouillon and bring mixture to a boil.
  • Turn heat down and simmer uncovered until liquid has been reduced, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Set mixture aside to cool a bit and then add cheese, stirring well to incorporate.
  • Place about 1 heaping teaspoon measure into each phyllo cup.
  • Bake in a preheated 375* oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Can be served hot or room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5.3, Sodium 33.8, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 1.3

CARAMELIZED ONIONS TARTLETS



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These creative appetizers are sweetly savory and perfect for passing around.

Provided by Dannon Oikos

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dannon Oikos®

Time 27m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cups minced sweet onions
⅔ cup Dannon Oikos Plain Greek Nonfat Yogurt
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped chives or parsley

Steps:

  • In a saute pan heat oil. Add onions and cook on medium heat, stirring often, until onions are golden brown (15 minutes). Let onion cool.
  • In a bowl combine, yogurt, parmesan cheese and herbs mix well. Add cooled onions.
  • Spoon 1 healthy teaspoon per phyllo cup and bake tartlets 10 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 12.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 9.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

PHYLLO CUPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONION HORS D'OEUVRES



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We made these tarts, filled with a savory and onion saute, from various different recipes here on zaar and the testing and tasting was the good part! These were served at the Inauguration of our new North Wing, on May 11, here at the home and now we are going to serve them at the opening of 3 extra dining rooms -- what fun and how nice!

Provided by Manami

Categories     Onions

Time 50m

Yield 1 tray of hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons unsalted butter or 2 tablespoons unsalted margarine
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped onions
3/4 cup chopped fresh button mushroom
1/3 cup chopped roasted red pepper
2 tablespoons chopped black olives
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 (2 1/2 ounce) packages miniature phyllo cups, thawed according to pkg directions (15 shells each)
1/3 cup unsalted butter (probably less) or 1/3 cup unsalted margarine (probably less)
1/2 cup soft spreadable cheese with garlic and herbs (probably less)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine in 10" skillet; add onions. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden and caramelized (7-10 minutes). Stir in remaining filling ingredients. Continue cooking until heated through and no more liquid.
  • Set aside. Allow to cool at least 10 minutes.
  • Butter the insides of phyllo cups.
  • Place phyllo cups on ungreased baking sheet; place about 1 scant teaspoon of onion mixture in center of cups. Top with 1 teaspoon cheese.
  • Repeat the process with remaining phyllo cups.
  • Bake 5-8 minutes or until golden brown. (Watch them so they don't burn!).
  • Serve warm.
  • *Filling can be made 1 day ahead. Just bring to room temperature when you are going to make the cups.*.

CARAMELIZED ONION TART WITH OLIVES



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Anchovies are the surprise ingredient, adding another layer of umami to this savory tart.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, leaves
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1/4 cup oil-cured small black olives, pitted and halved lengthwise
4 to 6 anchovy fillets (optional), rinsed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Melt butter with oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and thyme, and cook until onions are golden and soft, about 10 minutes.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out pastry, and trim to an 8 1/2-by-15-inch rectangle. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, transfer to oven, and immediately reduce oven to 400. Bake until pastry begins to rise, about 12 minutes.
  • Arrange onions in a single layer over pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around edge. Top with olives and anchovies if using. Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce oven to 375 degrees, and bake until puffed and golden brown, about 15 minutes more (tent with foil if crust browns too quickly). Cut into squares.

GRUYERE & CARAMELIZED ONION TARTS



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Garlic and onion is a match made in heaven in my opinion, so I love creating new recipes to showcase the pair. Gruyere cheese adds impeccable flavor to the eye-catching starter. -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in oil and butter until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, for 40 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in salt and pepper., Unfold each puff pastry sheet onto an ungreased baking sheet. Using a knife, score decorative lines around the edges of each pastry. Spread onion mixture to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with cheeses and thyme., Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cut each tart into 12 pieces. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARAMELIZED ONION TARTLETS



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Sweet caramelized onion tarts, bite-sized with superior taste.

Provided by Jaimie

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ stick butter
1 large sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), chopped
¼ cup red wine
⅛ cup white sugar
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (15 ounce) package ready-to-use refrigerated pie crusts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and stir in onion. Pour in red wine to cover the bottom of the pan and sprinkle with sugar. Cook and stir until onions are tender and translucent, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Combine heavy cream, mozzarella cheese, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir into onion mixture.
  • Cut pie crusts into 3-inch circles using a cookie cutter. Place circles into the bottom of 12 muffin cups in a muffin tin.
  • Spoon onion mixture evenly on top of the tart crusts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before popping tartlets out of the muffin tin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 25.1 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 231.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CARAMELIZED ONION TARTLETS



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Cipollini onions are perfect for these tarts because they are small, flat, and sweet. You can also substitute shallots.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 8

All-purpose flour, for dusting
Pate Brisee (Pie Dough)
3 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons sugar
12 cipollini onions, peeled
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured work surface, roll pate brisee to 1/8-inch thickness. Using a 2-inch-round biscuit cutter, cut out 12 circles. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, and refrigerate until needed.
  • Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle sugar over butter; cook, stirring, until sugar melts and starts to turn amber in color.
  • Halve onions crosswise. Season cut surface with salt and pepper. Arrange onions in a single layer, cut side down, in skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, without turning, until caramelized sugar bubbles up around onions and onions are fragrant, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Using a slotted spoon or spatula to keep onions intact, transfer them to mini-muffin tins, placing half an onion, cut side down, in each cup (allow sugar syrup to remain in pan). Return skillet to low heat. Stir in balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper and a few leaves of fresh thyme.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Quickly, before sugar cools, spoon a generous teaspoon sugar mixture into each muffin tin. Drape chilled pastry rounds over each onion, and using fingers, press to secure. Onions should be swaddled in pastry. Place muffin tin in oven; bake until pastry is golden brown and sugar bubbles up over pastry, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven. Immediately set baking sheet over muffin tin; invert, being careful of hot caramel that might drip from tin. Once you invert the tins, tarts will be right side up; serve garnished with fresh thyme leaves.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, ensure all ingredients and equipment are ready and measured out. This will make the cooking process smoother and more efficient.
  • Caramelizing Onions: Cook the onions over medium-low heat with patience. Continuously stir them to prevent burning and promote even caramelization, achieving a deep golden brown color.
  • Phyllo Dough: Thaw the phyllo dough according to package instructions. Work with one sheet at a time, keeping the rest covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
  • Brushing with Butter: Liberally brush each layer of phyllo dough with melted butter before assembling the tarts. This adds a crispy, golden texture and enhances the flavor.
  • Filling Distribution: Evenly distribute the caramelized onion filling among the phyllo cups. Overfilling may cause the cups to burst during baking.
  • Baking Temperature: Bake the tarts at a high temperature (400°F or 200°C) for a short time. This ensures a crispy crust and prevents the phyllo dough from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Caramelized onion phyllo tarts are a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the sweetness of caramelized onions with the crispy layers of phyllo dough. By following these tips and the detailed recipe instructions, you can create these delicious and visually appealing treats that are sure to impress your guests or family. Experiment with different fillings and toppings to create unique variations that suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the culinary experience of crafting these delectable tarts and indulge in their irresistible flavors!

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