French Onion Toasts
Transport your taste buds straight to the heart of France with these irresistibly savory French Onion Toasts. Perfectly caramelized yellow onions, enriched with a touch of balsamic vinegar and sweetened with a hint of sugar, crown slices of crisp, oven-toasted baguette. Topped with nutty, melted Gruyère cheese and a sprinkle of fresh thyme, these elegant appetizers boast the same rich and comforting flavors as the classic French onion soup, all in a handheld format. Ready in just an hour, they’re ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or a cozy night at home. Serve them fresh from the oven for an indulgent bite that’s golden, cheesy, and bursting with depth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large yellow onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 loaf baguette
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onions into uniform half-moons.
Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and melt the butter with the olive oil.
Add the onions to the skillet and sprinkle with salt. Stir to coat the onions thoroughly in the butter-oil mixture.
Cook the onions for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden and caramelized. Reduce the heat if needed to prevent burning.
In the final minutes of cooking, stir in the thyme leaves, sugar, and balsamic vinegar. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until well combined. Remove from heat.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet.
Toast the baguette slices in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, or until lightly crisped.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and top each slice with a spoonful of caramelized onions, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle grated Gruyère cheese generously over the onions on each toast.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven, sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.0 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.2 g | 261% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 238 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 2925 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.6 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.7 g | ||
| Protein | 81.2 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1646 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1416 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
