Crispy Cheese Dreams Pastries
Golden, crispy pastries filled with gooey cheese and buttery puff pastry, perfect for parties or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 12 pastries 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to smooth out any creases.
- Cut the pastry into equal squares, approximately 3×3 inches.
- Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture in the center of each square.
- Fold each square into a triangle by bringing two opposite corners together and pressing the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for extra security.
- Brush the tops with egg yolk for a golden finish.
- Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each one.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.
- Let them cool for a few minutes before serving—they’ll be hot inside!
Notes
[‘Keep the pastry cold to ensure flaky layers.’, ‘Don’t overfill the pastries to prevent bursting.’, ‘Experiment with fillings like bacon bits, caramelized onions, or tomato sauce.’, ‘Watch the oven closely as puff pastry can burn quickly.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Protein: 6
Keywords: cheese pastries, puff pastry appetizers, party snacks, crispy cheese bites