Savory Bite Puff Pastry (Printable Version)

Crisp puff pastry cups filled with creamy herbs and roasted vegetable medley, ideal as flavorful snacks.

# What You Need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

→ Filling

02 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
04 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - ½ tsp garlic powder
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Roasted Vegetables

07 - ½ small red bell pepper, finely diced
08 - ½ small zucchini, finely diced
09 - ½ small red onion, finely diced
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - ¼ tsp dried thyme

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
13 - Fresh herbs, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss diced bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion with olive oil and dried thyme. Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 12 to 15 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Allow to cool.
03 - Cut the puff pastry sheet into 12 equal squares. Press each square into a mini muffin tin to form small cups.
04 - Bake the pastry cups for 10 to 12 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove and let cool slightly.
05 - In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chives, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
06 - Gently fold the cooled roasted vegetables into the cheese mixture.
07 - Spoon the filling evenly into each pastry cup. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using.
08 - Top each bite with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's like sharing a delicious little secret that looks fancy but comes together with ease
  • The combination of roasted vegetables and fresh herbs keeps it fresh and vibrant every time
02 -
  • Make sure your puff pastry is fully thawed but still cold for best puff and crispiness
  • Roasting the veggies ahead not only deepens flavor but prevents soggy pastry cups
03 -
  • Let the roasted vegetables cool completely before mixing to avoid soggy filling
  • Using fresh herbs finely chopped releases more aroma and flavor than dried

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