Blue Cheese Walnut Thyme Puff Pastry Twirl
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Blue Cheese Walnut Thyme Puff Pastry Twirls. These delectable bites feature flaky pastry wrapped around creamy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and aromatic thyme. Perfect for entertaining or enjoying a cozy night in, they’re easy to prepare and bound to impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 oz blue cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped and toasted)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface maintaining its rectangular shape.
- Spread crumbled blue cheese evenly over the pastry, followed by chopped walnuts and fresh thyme. Press down lightly.
- Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the pastry into a log shape.
- Slice the log into 1-inch thick pieces and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each twirl with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twirl
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute blue cheese with goat cheese for a milder flavor or add dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness. For best results, keep your puff pastry cold while working with it.