Description
These irresistible herb and cheese stuffed puff pastry bites are flaky, golden, and filled with a creamy, herby cheese mixture—perfect for parties, appetizers, or an elegant snack.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, Italian herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 2-inch squares.
- Place a small spoonful of the cheese mixture in the center of each square.
- Fold the corners over the filling to form a bite-sized parcel and pinch the edges to seal.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- You can use different cheeses like feta, cheddar, or gouda for variation.
- These bites can be made ahead and frozen before baking—just bake directly from frozen, adding 3–5 extra minutes.
- Serve with marinara or a light dipping sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 18 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
