Feuilles d'Érable Tartes Salées

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This savory tart blends the earthy sweetness of roasted sweet potato and butternut squash with caramelized red onions glazed in maple syrup. Nestled in a crisp, buttery pastry, it’s enriched with creamy goat cheese and a delicate herb-infused custard. The dish celebrates autumn’s bounty with warm spices and textures, offering a comforting, flavorful main course. Ideal for a cozy meal, it pairs beautifully with fresh greens or winter sides.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 02:03:08 GMT
Golden-brown Feuilles d'Érable Tartes Salées d'Automne, a flaky, savory tart with roasted vegetables. Save to Pinterest
Golden-brown Feuilles d'Érable Tartes Salées d'Automne, a flaky, savory tart with roasted vegetables. | lovelyserena.com

Feuilles d'Érable Tartes Salées d'Automne is a savory autumn tart inspired by the delicate beauty of maple leaves. This French main dish brings together the sweetness of roasted seasonal vegetables such as sweet potato and butternut squash with the rich caramel notes of slow-cooked onions and a subtle hint of pure maple syrup. All these flavors nestle harmoniously in a flaky, buttery pastry, making it a perfect centerpiece for a cozy fall meal that delights both the eyes and the palate.

Golden-brown Feuilles d'Érable Tartes Salées d'Automne, a flaky, savory tart with roasted vegetables. Save to Pinterest
Golden-brown Feuilles d'Érable Tartes Salées d'Automne, a flaky, savory tart with roasted vegetables. | lovelyserena.com

This dish is a celebration of seasonal produce and classic French technique, blending simple ingredients into a sophisticated meal. The process of slow-caramelizing onions and roasting vegetables enhances natural flavors, while the light custard brought by eggs and crème fraîche delivers a creamy texture. A sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves adds the aromatic touch that brings everything together.

Ingredients

  • Pastry
    250 g all-purpose flour
    125 g cold unsalted butter, cubed
    1 egg yolk
    2–3 tbsp cold water
    1/2 tsp salt
  • Filling
    1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
    1 small butternut squash, peeled and diced
    2 tbsp olive oil
    1 large red onion, thinly sliced
    2 tbsp unsalted butter
    2 tbsp pure maple syrup
    100 g goat cheese, crumbled
    2 eggs
    150 ml crème fraîche
    1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
    Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Prepare the pastry:
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the cold butter and rub into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in the egg yolk and just enough cold water to form a dough. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 20 minutes.
3. Roast the vegetables:
Toss sweet potato and butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and tender. Reduce oven to 180°C (350°F).
4. Caramelize the onions:
In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the red onion until soft and caramelized, about 10–12 minutes. Stir in maple syrup and cook 2 minutes more. Set aside.
5. Blind-bake the pastry:
Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and line a tart pan (23 cm/9 in). Prick the base with a fork and blind-bake for 10 minutes.
6. Prepare the custard:
In a bowl, whisk eggs, crème fraîche, thyme, salt, and pepper.
7. Assemble the tart:
Layer the roasted vegetables and caramelized onions in the tart shell. Sprinkle with goat cheese. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the filling.
8. Bake the tart:
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden.
9. Cool and decorate:
Cool slightly before unmolding. Optionally, use a maple leaf cookie cutter to shape extra pastry decorations, bake, and place on top before serving.

Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung

Es ist wichtig, die Butter kalt zu halten, wenn Sie den Teig zubereiten, damit die Blätterteigstruktur erreicht wird. Blumenkohl zusätzlich zu den Gemüsewürfeln zu rösten kann den Geschmack noch vertiefen. Achten Sie darauf, die Zwiebeln langsam zu karamellisieren, um eine natürliche Süße ohne Bitterkeit zu erhalten. Blindbacken sorgt für einen knusprigen Teigboden, der nicht durchweicht.

Varianten und Anpassungen

Für eine vegane Version kann die Butter durch pflanzliche Margarine ersetzt werden, Eier entfallen und durch Hafercreme sowie veganen Käse ersetzt werden. Sie können auch Pilze oder geröstete Pastinaken zu den Füllungen hinzufügen, um der Tarte eine herbstliche Variation zu verleihen. Verschiedene frische Kräuter wie Rosmarin oder Salbei passen ebenfalls hervorragend dazu.

Serviervorschläge

Diese herbstliche Tarte schmeckt köstlich mit einem frischen Rucolasalat und Walnüssen als Beilage. Ein leichtes Weißwein-Dressing oder ein klassisches Vinaigrette verleihen dem Gericht Frische und Balance. Die Tarte eignet sich hervorragend als Hauptgericht oder stilvoller Snack für Gäste.

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Feuilles d'Érable Tartes Salées d'Automne ist nicht nur ein kulinarischer Genuss, sondern auch ein Fest für die Sinne und eine wunderbare Möglichkeit, die Köstlichkeiten des Herbstes stilecht zu servieren. Ob für Familie, Freunde oder besondere Anlässe – diese herzhafte Tarte lässt sich wunderbar vorbereiten und begeistert mit feinen Aromen und ansprechender Optik.

Ask About This Recipe

How do I achieve a flaky pastry for this tart?

Use cold unsalted butter and handle the dough minimally to prevent gluten development, ensuring a tender, flaky crust.

Can I substitute the goat cheese with another type?

Yes, creamy cheeses like ricotta or feta work well, maintaining the tart’s rich texture and mild tang.

What is the best way to caramelize the onions evenly?

Cook sliced onions slowly over medium heat with butter until soft and golden, stirring frequently for uniform caramelization.

Is it possible to prepare the tart ahead of time?

Yes, assemble the tart and refrigerate before baking. Bring to room temperature for even cooking when ready to bake.

How can I make a vegan version of this dish?

Replace butter with plant-based alternatives, omit eggs, and use oat cream and vegan cheese for the filling.

Feuilles d'Érable Tartes Salées

A flaky tart featuring roasted autumn vegetables, caramelized onions, and maple syrup highlights.

Prep Duration
30 minutes
Cook Duration
40 minutes
Overall Time
70 minutes
Created by Serena Moore


Skill Level Medium

Cuisine French

Makes 6 Portions

Dietary Details No Meat

What You Need

Pastry

01 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
03 1 egg yolk
04 2–3 tablespoons cold water
05 1/2 teaspoon salt

Filling

01 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
02 1 small butternut squash, peeled and diced
03 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
05 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
07 3.5 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
08 2 large eggs
09 2/3 cup crème fraîche
10 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
11 Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How To Make It

Step 01

Preheat oven: Set the oven temperature to 400°F.

Step 02

Make pastry dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add cold cubed butter and rub into the flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in egg yolk and add just enough cold water to form a cohesive dough. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 03

Roast vegetables: Toss diced sweet potato and butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and golden. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.

Step 04

Caramelize onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook sliced red onion until soft and caramelized, about 10–12 minutes. Stir in maple syrup and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 05

Blind-bake pastry: Roll out chilled pastry on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Line the pan with pastry, prick the base with a fork, and blind-bake for 10 minutes.

Step 06

Prepare filling custard: Whisk together eggs, crème fraîche, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl until combined.

Step 07

Assemble tart: Layer roasted vegetables and caramelized onions evenly in the partially baked tart shell. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese over the top. Pour egg mixture evenly over the filling.

Step 08

Bake tart: Place tart in oven and bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, or until filling is set and lightly golden.

Step 09

Cool and serve: Allow tart to cool slightly before unmolding. Optional: create decorative maple leaf shapes with extra pastry, bake separately, and garnish before serving.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9-inch tart pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Whisk

Allergy Details

Review ingredients for allergens and speak to your healthcare provider if you have concerns.
  • Contains gluten (wheat flour), eggs, and dairy (butter, goat cheese, crème fraîche).

Nutrition per Portion

Details are for reference and aren't a substitute for expert medical guidance.
  • Energy: 385
  • Lipids: 23 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Proteins: 8 g