Description
A savory treat combining crunchy puff pastry with creamy cheese and healthy broccoli, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of puff pastry, thawed
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine steamed broccoli, shredded cheese, cream cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares or circles, about 4 inches across.
- Place a spoonful of the broccoli mixture in the center of each pastry piece. Fold over and seal edges securely.
- Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden color.
- Arrange pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly and serve warm.
Notes
These pastries can be served with a dipping sauce like ranch or sriracha mayo.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg