Description
These festive appetizers feature flaky puff pastry topped with creamy goat cheese and sweet jam, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup fruit jam (such as raspberry or fig)
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
- Fresh herbs like thyme for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
- Cut the pastry into desired shapes, such as squares or circles, using a knife or cookie cutter.
- Spread a thin layer of goat cheese on each pastry piece, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Top the goat cheese with a teaspoon of jam in the center of each piece.
- Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh herbs and serving.
Notes
These appetizers are best served warm and can be prepared ahead; just reheat in the oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 5g