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French Onion Soup Bites

Irresistible French Onion Soup Bites You’ll Love to Share

Delight in these French Onion Soup Bites, a perfect bite-sized treat that combines caramelized onions and creamy Gruyère cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 medium Yellow Onions Use fresh onions for the best sweetness and depth of flavor
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Feel free to substitute with Swiss for a different flavor profile
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Opt for vegetable broth for a vegetarian-friendly version
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Essential for caramelizing onions
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar Balsamic adds sweetness, red wine provides acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme For garnishing
For the Dough
  • 1 can Crescent Roll Dough Flaky base; puff pastry can also be used

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mini muffin tin
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for French Onion Soup Bites
  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil and a tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add thinly sliced yellow onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 30 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Pour in one cup of beef broth and a tablespoon of vinegar. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the dough, cutting it into squares for the muffin tin.
  5. Spoon the caramelized onion mixture into each dough cup, then top with grated Gruyère cheese.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Cool for 10 minutes before serving on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Caramelize onions low and slow, prepare ahead for convenience, and reheat in the oven for best texture.

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