This super easy puff pastry hack went viral on TikTok for a good reason – it’s a delicious way to create customized, fancy-looking tarts in just 20 minutes with very minimal effort! The recipe calls for ready-made puff pastry (which is usually vegan-friendly – check the back of the pack). You can use whatever fillings you would like – this works well as sweet (think fruit and jam) or savory (cheese, onion, etc). In this recipe, I have used a classic combination of onion, balsamic glaze, and sundried tomatoes.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make these crispy, caramelized puff pastry tarts – and the best part? Most of them are probably already in your kitchen. You’ll find the full list with exact amounts down in the recipe card:
- Frozen puff pastry sheets
- Red onion
- Sundried tomatoes
- Olive oil
- Balsamic glaze
- Salt
- Grated cheese
Instructions
All the specific details like oven temp and measurements are waiting for you in the recipe card below, but this step-by-step (with pictures!) will walk you through the process:
Step One: Preheat your oven and let the puff pastry thaw until soft and workable. Cut your puff pastry into squares or circles—whatever shape you’re feeling!
Step Two: On a lined baking tray, drizzle a little olive oil and balsamic glaze where each tart will go.
Step Three: Slice the red onion into thick rounds. Layer a slice of onion over each drizzle, then top with sundried tomatoes, a pinch of salt, and some grated cheese if you’re using it.
Step Four: Place a piece of puff pastry on top of each stack and gently press down the edges with a fork.
Step Five: Bake until golden and puffed. Let cool for a minute, then flip and serve warm.
Upside Down Puff Pastry (Viral TikTok Recipe!)
Ingredients
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry
- 150 g sundried tomatoes from a deli, not a jar
- 1 red onion large
- olive oil
- balsamic glaze
- salt
- cheese plant-based, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C/390°F. Thaw puff pastry to room temperature.
- Slice onion into rounds, roughly 0.5cm (1/4 inch) thick.
- Once puff pastry has thawed, slice into quarters. Or if you prefer a round shape, place a small bowl onto the puff pastry upside down to use as a stencil. Run a knife around the edge of the bowl.
- Line 2 baking trays with non-stick baking paper. Drizzle roughly 1 tsp of olive oil in a circle, then followed by a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Place a slice of onion on top of the oil/balsamic drizzle and then top with 2 or 3 sun dried tomatoes. Sprinkle with a small pinch of salt and, if using add a tbsp of grated cheese (optional).
- Place your puff pastry piece on top, pressing down around the edges as best you can, using a fork to press it onto the baking paper. Repeat this so you have 8 in total. Bake for about 20-25 minutes until your pastry is cooked through and is looking golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes, then flip over with a spatula. Eat immediately, enjoy!
sarah says
My whole family adored this (hubby included!)
Hong Nguyen says
Good one, making it again!