Description
This delightful pastry features creamy goat cheese and fresh herbs encased in flaky puff pastry, making it a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 oz creamy goat cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary), finely chopped
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut into squares approximately 4 inches wide.
- Place a small spoonful of goat cheese in the center of each square and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
- Fold each square diagonally to form triangles, sealing the edges well.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using a mix of herbs like thyme and rosemary.
- These pastries can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pastries
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg