Description
These flaky palmiers made with puff pastry and filled with herbs and cheese are a delightful addition to any appetizer spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup pesto or tapenade
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (Parmesan or mozzarella)
- Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the puff pastry and spread pesto or tapenade evenly over the surface.
3. Sprinkle cheese on top.
4. Roll the pastry from both ends toward the center until they meet.
5. Slice into 1/2-inch pieces and place on the baking sheet.
6. Brush with egg wash and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
These savory palmiers are perfect for Valentine’s Day, parties, or any gathering. Try using different spreads like sun-dried tomato pesto or olive tapenade for flavor variety. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 palmier
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg