Description
Delight in these Herb & Cheese Stuffed Puff Pastry Bites, perfect golden-baked appetizers combining creamy cheeses with fresh herbs wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Ideal for parties or casual snacking, these bite-sized treats offer savory flavor with a crisp texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Cheese Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Egg Wash
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, fresh thyme leaves, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Roll and Cut Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet smoothly. Cut the dough into small squares approximately 2 inches on each side for bite-sized portions.
- Fill Pastry Squares: Place a small spoonful of the cheese-herb mixture onto the center of each puff pastry square, being careful not to overfill to avoid leaking during baking.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the corners of each square over the filling or fold them into triangles, pressing the edges firmly to seal the pastry and encase the filling securely.
- Apply Egg Wash: Arrange the stuffed puff pastries on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops gently with the beaten egg. This will give them a beautiful golden-brown finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the pastries have puffed up and are golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the bites to cool slightly before serving to enjoy optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can customize the filling by adding cooked spinach, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, or crumbled bacon for varied flavors.
- Do not overfill the pastry squares to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
- Serving warm is best to enjoy the flaky texture and melted cheese.
