Description
Indulge in this mouthwatering Blue Cheese, Walnut and Thyme Pull Apart Puff Pastry Twirl – a quick and easy appetizer or snack that’s sure to impress your guests. Flaky puff pastry is wrapped around a savory filling of creamy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and fragrant thyme for a delectable flavor and texture combination.
Ingredients
– 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
– 4 oz crumbled blue cheese
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
– 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
– 1 egg, beaten
– 1 tbsp water
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2. Unfold the puff pastry sheet and place it on a lightly floured surface.
3. 3. Evenly spread the blue cheese crumbles over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
4. 4. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts and thyme leaves over the blue cheese.
5. 5. Starting from the short side, tightly roll up the pastry.
6. 6. Cut the roll into 12 equal slices.
7. 7. Arrange the slices, cut-side up, on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. 8. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Brush the tops of the pastry slices with the egg wash.
9. 9. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown.
10. 10. Serve the Blue Cheese, Walnut and Thyme Pull Apart Puff Pastry Twirl warm.
Notes
– For a crisper texture, bake the pastry slices on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
– Experiment with different cheese varieties, such as feta or goat cheese, to find your perfect flavor combination.
– Leftover twirls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American