Get ready to transform your kitchen into a culinary paradise with these mouthwatering Cheese and Onion Crisp Bakes that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Imagine biting into a golden, flaky pastry that reveals a melting, savory filling of perfectly seasoned cheese and sweet, caramelized onions. This classic British recipe is not just a meal, it's an experience that combines simplicity with extraordinary flavor, guaranteed to impress your family and friends with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: British
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 200g cheese, grated
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 pack puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Finely chop the onion using a sharp knife, ensuring uniform small pieces for even distribution in the pastry.
- Grate the cheese using a box grater or food processor, creating fine, even shreds that will melt smoothly.
- Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut into 4 equal rectangular portions.
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated cheese and chopped onion, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Spread the cheese and onion mixture evenly across the center of each pastry rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully fold the pastry edges over the filling, creating a rustic-style parcel that seals in the ingredients.
- Brush the entire surface of each pastry with beaten egg, which will create a golden, glossy finish when baked.
- Transfer the prepared bakes onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is puffed, golden brown, and crisp.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow filling to set before serving.
Tips
- Cheese Selection: Use a sharp cheddar for maximum flavor, or experiment with a blend of cheeses for complexity.
- Pastry Perfection: Ensure your puff pastry is cold and handle it minimally to maintain its flaky texture.
- Even Chopping: Finely and uniformly chop onions to prevent large, raw chunks in your bakes.
- Egg Wash Technique: Apply the beaten egg wash generously but evenly for that professional, glossy golden finish.
- Spacing Matters: Leave enough room between bakes on the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the bakes to rest for 5 minutes after baking to let the filling set and prevent burning your mouth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 65mg
