Easy Apple Brie Tart with Caramelized Onions
This Apple Brie Tart combines flaky puff pastry, sweet caramelized onions, crisp apples, and creamy brie cheese. Finished with a drizzle of pomegranate molasses, it creates the perfect sweet and savory appetizer for holidays or elegant brunches.
Equipment
- Skillet for onions
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Tart Components
- 2 sweet onions thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed if frozen
- 2 apples thinly sliced
- 8 oz brie cheese thinly sliced
- 1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water for egg wash
- 0.33 cup pomegranate arils
- 1 drizzle pomegranate molasses for serving
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and jammy.
- Prep the Pastry: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Score a 1-inch border around the edge and prick the center with a fork.
- Assemble: Spread caramelized onions inside the border. Layer sliced apples and brie cheese alternately on top of the onions.
- Bake: Brush the pastry border with the egg wash. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with pomegranate arils and drizzle with pomegranate molasses. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
For extra crunch, add chopped toasted walnuts before serving.