Description
Festive Christmas Salmon & Cheese Puff Pastry Pockets elevate holiday appetizers with elegant European charm. Delicate pastry parcels packed with rich salmon and creamy cheese promise delightful flavor combinations that guests will savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 puff pastry sheets
- 4 ounces (113 grams) smoked salmon, sliced
- 4 ounces (113 grams) Swiss cheese, sliced
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Egg Wash:
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Prepare a baking surface by lining a sheet with parchment paper and heating the oven to a moderate temperature of 375°F (190°C).
- Gently flatten the pastry dough on a work surface dusted with flour, creating uniform square sections measuring 4×4 inches.
- Layer each pastry square with delicate smoked salmon and creamy Swiss cheese, then enhance the flavor profile by spreading a subtle layer of tangy Dijon mustard across the cheese.
- Carefully fold the pastry squares into elegant triangular shapes, ensuring the edges are meticulously sealed by pressing firmly with the tines of a fork.
- Create a lustrous exterior by generously coating the pastry pockets with a glossy egg wash, which will promote an appetizing golden-brown coloration during baking.
- Arrange the prepared pockets on the prepared baking sheet, positioning them with sufficient space between each piece to allow for even heat circulation.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and allow the pastries to transform, watching for a rich golden hue and pronounced puffiness, which typically requires 15-20 minutes of baking.
- Remove from the oven and permit the pastry pockets to rest momentarily, allowing them to cool slightly before serving to enhance their structural integrity and flavor development.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality smoked salmon to enhance the overall taste and texture of these delightful pastry pockets.
- Prevent soggy bottoms by ensuring the puff pastry is cold and not overloaded with filling.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like cream cheese or goat cheese for unique flavor profiles.
- Make ahead and freeze unbaked pockets for quick entertaining or last-minute holiday appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg