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Caramelized Onion and Pear Bites

Published: Nov 16, 2020 by Lizet

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Crispy savory bites made with puff pastry, caramelized onions, cheese, and pears.

Cute little bites that are absolutely irresistible! They taste great fresh and warm from the oven, or they taste amazing at room temp too. The perfect treat for your next get together.

caramelized onion and pear bites on cooling rack

They are crispy, savory, cheesy, with a hint of sweetness from the pear. A delicious bite that everyone will come back for more.

Using store-bought puff pastry, makes this appetizer so easy to make, and the end result is beautiful.

Ingredients

ingredients, cheese, onion, pears, puff pastry
  • Puff pastry
  • onion
  • butter
  • olive oil
  • cheese (I used Swiss cheese, but use your favorite)
  • pear

How to make it

The caramelized onion in these little bundles or turnovers is the key ingredient. Is a wonderful way to pull flavor out. Take the time to make it, you won't regret it.

caramelized onions in a pan

These onions can keep in the fridge for around a week, but they also freeze well.

Once you have the onions done, putting everything together is easy and quick.

  • puff pastry, caramelized onion in the middle
  • puff pastry, onion, cheese and pear
  • sealing pear bites

Cut the puff pastry into 12 rectangles. Start by placing about a tablespoon of caramelized onions in the center of the pastry.

Sprinkle some cheese, and add a slice of pear.

To seal it properly so they don't open while baking, get your fingers wet and pinch the 2 corners together (don't use the egg wash, they'll come open).

  • pear bites on a baking tray
  • baked pear bites on baking tray

Place them on a baking sheet, and then brush with egg wash.

Bake them for 20 minutes and enjoy!

These caramelized onion and pear bites are always a hit. It's a great recipe to have for parties and even last minute get-togethers.

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Recipe

caramelized onion and pear bites.
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5 from 8 votes

Caramelized Onion and Pear Bites

It's a great recipe to have for parties and even last minute get togethers.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
baking time20 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Author: Lizet Bowen

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 sheets puff pastry (17.3 ounces)
  • 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
  • 1 pear, sliced
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  • Thinly slice the onion. Heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add onions and stir them gently.
  • Spread the onions out evenly over the pan and let cook, stirring occasionally. After about 10 minutes, they will start to smell caramelized. Check so they don't burn. Cook until the onions are a rich, browned color. Add salt, mix, and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 390F/200C. Prepare 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Unroll puff pastry and cut into 12 rectangles.
  • In a small bowl make an egg wash with 1 egg, and 1 tablespoon of water.
  • Add about a tablespoon of caramelized onion to the center, top with cheese, and a slice of pear.
  • Brush the corners with a little bit of water. Fold in one corner, then fold in over the second corner. Tightly pinch together so they don't unfold in the oven, then brush with egg wash. Repeat with the rest of the ingredients.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let it rest for 5 minutes before removing them from the baking sheet.

Notes

Caramelized onions can be made 2 or 3 days in advance. Keep refrigerated.
Remove puff pastry from the refrigerator 10 minutes before using it. Makes it easier to unroll.

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  3. Maria

    November 19, 2020 at 3:15 pm

    Tried this already and guess... it becomes another requested recipe! <3 thank you! they liked it so much!!

    Reply
    • Lizet

      November 19, 2020 at 3:22 pm

      So happy to hear that, Maria!

      Reply
  4. Angela

    November 17, 2020 at 3:53 pm

    Puff pastry is one of my go tos for quick appetizers. I love the flavor combination here.

    Reply
    • Lizet

      November 19, 2020 at 3:23 pm

      Yes, it's so easy to use and everything looks beautiful 🙂

      Reply
  5. Zainab

    November 17, 2020 at 3:30 pm

    I love the sweet and savory combo of onions and pears! These bites will be perfect for the holidays!

    Reply
  6. Luci

    November 17, 2020 at 3:19 pm

    This is my new favorite puff pastry! The pear and onion tie in wonderfully together for the perfect taste of sweet and savory!

    Reply
  7. Pam

    November 17, 2020 at 2:59 pm

    We have really been getting into pears this year, so this is perfect timing!

    Reply
  8. Rose

    November 16, 2020 at 3:22 pm

    Yum!! Perfect combo. I love just about anything wrapped up in puff pastry! 🙂

    Reply

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