Here’s a super quick and crowd-pleasing puff pastry appetizer you can make in 20 minutes or less from start to finish:
Fastest Puff Pastry Appetizer: Cheesy Puff Pastry Twists
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought, thawed)
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, parmesan, gruyère, or a mix)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Optional: herbs (thyme, rosemary), garlic powder, black pepper, or paprika for extra flavor
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface (if not already rolled). Gently press it out into a rectangle if needed.
- Sprinkle cheese evenly over half the sheet. Add herbs or seasoning if desired.
- Fold pastry in half over the cheese (like closing a book), and press down lightly.
- Cut into strips (about ½ to 1 inch wide). Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Twist each strip a few times and place them on the baking sheet.
- Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
🧂 Optional Flavor Combos:
- Garlic + Parmesan
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Pesto + mozzarella
- Dijon mustard + ham slices (for mini ham & cheese twists)
Why it’s so fast:
- Minimal prep
- No chilling needed
- One sheet makes 10–12 twists
- Bakes in under 15 minutes
Let me know if you want a sweet version too (like cinnamon-sugar twists or Nutella pinwheels)!