Cream Cheese and Herb Puff Pastry Squares Recipe
These puff pastry squares with cream cheese and herbs are a delectable, flaky, and savory appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by anyone. In addition to being covered in buttery puff pastry, these squares are a delicious combination of rich cream cheese and fresh herbs, making them ideal for breakfast, gatherings, or a quick bite. Easy to prepare, they are guaranteed to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
1 sheet (about 8 oz / 225g) frozen puff pastry, thawed
4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
1 tsp fresh dill, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tbsp sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, melted butter, parsley, chives, dill, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
Roll Out the Puff Pastry
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle (about 10×12 inches).
Cut the pastry into 12 equal squares (about 2.5×3 inches each).
Assemble the Squares
Place a small spoonful (about 1 tsp) of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.
Fold the pastry over the filling diagonally to form a triangle, pressing the edges with a fork to seal.
Alternatively, you can fold the corners toward the center for a pinwheel effect.
Apply Egg Wash
Beat the egg with 1 tbsp of water to make an egg wash.
Brush the tops of each pastry square lightly with the egg wash.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds or poppy seeds (if using).
Bake
Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Cool and Serve
Let the pastries cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes until warm and crispy.
Variations
Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cream cheese mixture.
Cheesy: Sprinkle grated Parmesan or cheddar on top before baking.
Sweet Option: Swap herbs for cinnamon and sugar for a sweet version.
Final Thoughts
These Cream Cheese and Herb Puff Pastry Squares are a delight that cannot be overstated in terms of its ease of preparation. They are ideal for any event because they have a crust that is flaky and a filling that is creamy and herbaceous. If you give them a shot today, you will see them vanish!