Description
Delightful Sun-Dried Tomato Puff Pastry Palmiers with vibrant pesto, tangy feta cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes baked to golden perfection. These elegant, bite-sized appetizers are perfect for parties or as a savory snack, featuring flaky puff pastry wrapped around flavorful fillings.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed, about 10x12 inches)
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Thaw Puff Pastry: Thaw one sheet of frozen puff pastry according to package directions. Once thawed, unfold the dough onto a parchment-lined flat surface.
- Roll Dough: Using a rolling pin, gently roll the dough into a roughly 10 by 12-inch rectangle to even out the thickness.
- Spread Pesto: Spoon the pesto evenly over the entire surface of the puff pastry, spreading it all the way to the edges.
- Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle chopped sun-dried tomatoes and crumbled feta cheese over the pesto layer. Lightly press the toppings into the dough with flat hands to create a smooth, compact surface.
- Roll Dough Sides: Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough inward toward the center until you reach the middle. Repeat with the other long side so both rolls meet evenly in the center.
- Freeze Dough: Wrap the rolled dough with the parchment paper and tuck it in to hold its shape. Place the wrapped dough seam side up in the freezer for at least 1 hour (up to 4 hours) to firm up.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice Palmiers: Remove the dough from the freezer and unwrap the parchment paper. Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Arrange the slices evenly spaced about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Reshape if Needed: If the palmiers lose shape after slicing, gently reshape each slice with your fingers on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 12 minutes or until the palmiers are puffed and golden brown.
- Cool: Transfer the baked palmiers to a wire rack and cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before working with it to prevent cracking.
- Use good quality pesto for the best flavor.
- You can substitute sun-dried tomatoes with roasted red peppers if desired.
- These palmiers can be prepared ahead of time and frozen before baking. Just increase baking time slightly when baking from frozen.
- Serve warm or at room temperature as an appetizer or snack.
