Delicious French Onion Soup Bites Recipe for Appetizers
These French Onion Soup Bites capture the rich, savory flavors of classic French onion soup in a delightful, bite-sized form. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in, these morsels are sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 4 medium thinly sliced yellow onions
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups beef broth
- Fresh thyme
- French bread (crusty baguette)
- Shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 4 medium thinly sliced yellow onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 30 minutes.
- Once the onions are caramelized, pour in 4 cups of beef broth and add a few sprigs of fresh thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer and let it cook for another 15 minutes. Stir occasionally and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice a baguette into 1-inch thick pieces and place them on a baking sheet. Lightly brush each slice with melted butter and toast in the oven for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- For each toasted bread slice, spoon a generous amount of the caramelized onion mixture onto the bread. Top with a handful of shredded Gruyère cheese.
- Return the assembled bites to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with additional fresh thyme if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your delightful French Onion Soup Bites!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Take your time caramelizing the onions for richer flavor. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, and you can prepare the caramelized onions a day in advance.