Golden Cheese-Stuffed Puff Pastry with Rosemary & Honey (Print Version)
Flaky golden puff pastry filled with savory cheese, aromatic rosemary, and a drizzle of sweet honey. A delightful appetizer or light bite for any occasion.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: European
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Flaky Golden Shell
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2 sheets (17.3 oz total) frozen puff pastry, thawed
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1 large egg
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1 tbsp milk
→ Savory Cheese Heart
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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4 oz crumbled feta cheese
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1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
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2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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Salt to taste
→ Sweet Rosemary Glaze
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1/4 cup honey
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1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a medium bowl, combine 4 oz cream cheese, 4 oz crumbled feta cheese, 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese, 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
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Lightly flour a clean work surface. Carefully unfold the 2 sheets frozen puff pastry. Gently roll each sheet slightly with a rolling pin to about 10x12 inches. Cut each rolled sheet into three equal rectangles, yielding a total of six pastry pieces.
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Place a generous spoonful of the savory cheese mixture onto one half of each puff pastry rectangle. Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Crimp the edges firmly with a fork to seal, ensuring a perfect Golden Cheese-Stuffed Puff Pastry with Rosemary & Honey.
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In a small bowl, whisk 1 large egg with 1 tbsp milk to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the sealed pastries with this mixture for a beautiful golden finish, essential for your Golden Cheese-Stuffed Puff Pastry with Rosemary & Honey. Transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are puffed, golden brown, and cooked through. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning. While they bake, prepare your glaze.
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While the pastries are baking, gently warm 1/4 cup honey in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until it's slightly runny. This will be the sweet rosemary glaze component of your Golden Cheese-Stuffed Puff Pastry with Rosemary & Honey.
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Once baked, remove the Golden Cheese-Stuffed Puff Pastry with Rosemary & Honey from the oven. Drizzle generously with the warmed honey. Garnish immediately with 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped. Serve warm and enjoy!
# Notes:
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For extra flaky pastry, ensure your puff pastry is still cold when working with it, but pliable enough to roll without cracking.
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Don't overfill the pastries; a generous but manageable amount of cheese filling will prevent bursting during baking.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a 350°F (175°C) oven until warmed through.
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Feel free to experiment with other herbs like thyme or chives in the cheese filling, or swap feta for goat cheese for a different tangy note.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Baking sheet
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Parchment paper
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Small mixing bowls
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Whisk
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Pastry brush
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Sharp knife
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Cutting board
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 670 kcal
Total Fat: 46 g
Total Carbohydrate: 44 g
Protein: 17 g