Puff Pastry Treats
Puff pastry is a culinary delight that brings a touch of elegance to any meal. With its flaky, golden layers and endless filling possibilities, it’s perfect for both casual dinners and festive gatherings. Whether filled with cream cheese and chives or sweet apple cinnamon, these pastries are sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 pastries 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Various
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) thawed puff pastry sheets
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1/4 cup chopped chives or spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface if desired for extra flakiness.
- Spoon your chosen filling mixture onto one half of each pastry square.
- Fold the pastry over to create a pocket and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg