Bacon and Onion Tart

This Bacon and Onion Tart combines flaky puff pastry with creamy ricotta, caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and melty Gruyère and cheddar cheese. It's an easy appetizer that looks impressive enough for entertaining but comes together quickly enough for a busy weeknight or last-minute gathering.

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Bacon and Onion Tart

Why You'll Love This Bacon and Onion Tart Recipe

• Combines crispy bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and gooey cheese in every bite.

• Uses refrigerated puff pastry for a shortcut that saves valuable time.

• Makes an impressive appetizer without complicated techniques.

• Perfect for brunch, parties, holidays, happy hours, or casual gatherings.

• Can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.

• Uses simple, easy-to-find ingredients that work beautifully together.

• Easy to slice into individual portions for effortless entertaining.

• Delicious served warm alongside a fresh salad, soup, or your favorite appetizer spread.

Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Cook the onions low and slow so they become deeply golden and sweet without burning.

• Make sure the puff pastry is thawed but still cool when you assemble the tart for the best rise and flakiness.

• Leave a clear border around the edges so the pastry can puff up and create a beautiful crust.

• Don't skip the egg wash because it gives the pastry border a gorgeous golden-brown finish.

• Let the tart cool for a few minutes before slicing so the melted cheese has time to settle and the slices hold together better.

Bacon and Onion Tart Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 40–45 minutes | Serves: 6–8

Ingredients:

• 2 T. olive oil

• 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• Pinch of cayenne pepper

• 2 T. white wine

• 1 sheet refrigerated puff pastry, thawed

• ½ c. ricotta cheese or crème fraiche

• 8 slices bacon, par-cooked, chopped

• ¼ c. shredded Gruyère cheese

• ¼ c. shredded sharp white cheddar

• 1 egg yolk with 1 tsp. water (for egg wash)

Let's Get Started!

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over a medium heat.

3. Add in the sliced onions to the skillet. Cook over medium-low heat for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized. Add in the wine and simmer for 2 minutes, then remove pan from the heat.

4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

5. Roll the puff pastry onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing gently into the edges (about 10x12 rectangle).

6. Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the dough, leaving one inch around the edges.

7. Sprinkle with the chopped bacon and onions.

8. Top with both cheeses.

9. Press and fold the edges of the dough to form a border, then brush the edges with your egg

10. wash.

11. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and bacon is crisp.

12. Cut into 6-8 slices and serve hot.