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Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Thyme Pull Apart Puff Pastry Twirl

Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Thyme Pull Apart Puff Pastry Twirl Bliss

Delightful Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Thyme Pull Apart Puff Pastry Twirls are the perfect appetizer for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 twirls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Puff Pastry Twirls
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be substituted
  • 100 g Blue Cheese Feta can be a milder alternative
  • 50 g Parmesan Cheese Grana Padano is a great substitute
  • 100 g Walnuts Pecans can be used for a different flavor
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Leaves Dried thyme can be used but reduce the amount
  • 1 tbsp Milk Use plant-based milk for a vegan option
  • to taste Sea Salt Adjust according to taste preferences
  • to taste Cracked Pepper Adjust according to taste preferences

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). If using a non-fan-forced oven, adjust to 200°C (390°F).
  2. Lay out your puff pastry sheets on a clean surface and drizzle honey evenly over each sheet.
  3. Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese and grated Parmesan on the honey-drizzled pastry sheets, followed by walnuts and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Roll each pastry sheet tightly from one edge and slice in half lengthwise to enclose the filling.
  5. Twist each rolled pastry half into a spiral shape and brush generously with milk.
  6. Place the pastries on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving, garnishing with extra thyme leaves. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1twirlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Puff Pastry Twirls are an elegant appetizer that impresses at any gathering. Keep your puff pastry cold for the best texture and avoid overfilling.

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