Description
Savory caramelized onion mushroom apple gruyere bites blend sweet and tangy flavors into an irresistible appetizer. Elegant French-inspired ingredients promise a delightful culinary experience that delights guests with complex, harmonious tastes.
Ingredients
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Caramelized Onion, Mushroom, Apple & Gruyere Bites
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb puff pastry, thawed
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces (113 grams) baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 1 1/2 Granny Smith apples, cubed
- 1 1/2 ounces (42 grams) grated Gruyere cheese
Cooking Fats and Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Herbs and Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons minced chives
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper for optimal cooking surface.
- Transform onions into a rich, golden delicacy by slowly sautéing in oil over low heat for approximately 30 minutes, stirring periodically until they develop a deep caramel color and soft texture.
- Utilize the same skillet to sauté mushrooms until they become tender and release their earthy flavors, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce butter to the skillet and gently cook apple pieces with sugar, creating a tender and slightly caramelized fruit component in about 10 minutes.
- Merge the caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and cooked apples into a harmonious mixture, then incorporate Gruyere cheese, finely chopped chives, and fresh thyme for depth of flavor. Season with salt and pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Roll out puff pastry and slice into precise 2-inch squares. Arrange these delicate squares on prepared baking sheets, brushing each with beaten egg to achieve a golden sheen.
- Carefully spoon the prepared filling onto the center of each pastry square, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
- Bake the assembled bites for 25 minutes, rotating the pans midway through the cooking process to guarantee uniform golden and crispy results.
- Allow the bites to cool slightly before serving, allowing the flavors to settle and the pastry to reach the perfect texture.
Notes
- Select sweet onions like Vidalia for deeper caramelization and richer flavor profile.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture in the bites.
- Use cold puff pastry to maintain flakiness and prevent butter from melting before baking.
- For gluten-free version, substitute puff pastry with almond flour-based pastry or gluten-free puff pastry alternative.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 219 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg