Here’s a detailed Puff Pastry Appetizer recipe—versatile, crispy, and perfect for parties or snacking. You can fill them with cheese, vegetables, or meats.
Puff Pastry Appetizers
Preparation Time
15–20 minutes
Baking Time
15–20 minutes
Servings
8–10 (depending on size)
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
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Puff pastry sheets – 1–2 sheets (thawed if frozen)
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Egg – 1, beaten (for egg wash)
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All-purpose flour – for dusting
Suggested Fillings (choose one or mix)
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Cream cheese – ½ cup
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Grated cheddar – ½ cup
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Spinach – ½ cup, sautéed and drained
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Cooked bacon – 2–3 slices, crumbled
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Caramelized onions – ¼ cup
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Mushrooms – ½ cup, sautéed
Directions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Prepare Puff Pastry
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Lightly flour a surface and roll out puff pastry to smooth creases.
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Cut into squares or rectangles (~3×3 inches or desired size).
Step 3: Add Filling
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Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each square.
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Do not overfill to prevent leaking.
Step 4: Fold and Seal
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Fold pastry over filling:
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Triangle: fold corner to corner
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Rectangle: fold long side over
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Press edges gently with a fork to seal.
Step 5: Brush with Egg Wash
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Brush tops lightly with beaten egg for golden, shiny finish.
Step 6: Bake
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Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
Step 7: Serve
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Serve warm with dipping sauces such as:
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Marinara
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Ranch dressing
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Honey mustard
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Garlic aioli
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Tips for Best Results
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Keep puff pastry cold until ready to use.
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Avoid overfilling to prevent leakage.
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Brush lightly with egg wash; too much can make pastry soggy.
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For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack over the sheet pan.
Variations
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Cheese & Herb Puffs: Add fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley to cheese filling.
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Mini Sausage Rolls: Use cooked sausage in place of cheese.
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Vegetarian Delight: Fill with spinach, mushroom, and feta.
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Sweet Version: Use Nutella, fruit jam, or cream cheese with sugar.
Storage
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Best served fresh.
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Store cooled appetizers in an airtight container at room temperature 1 day.
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Reheat in oven for 5 minutes to restore crispiness.
