Bette Davis Eyes Appetizers
Bring a touch of Hollywood glamour to your next gathering with these delightfully whimsical Bette Davis Eyes Appetizers. These bite-sized pastries feature buttery puff pastry wrapped around a creamy Parmesan and cream cheese filling, with a green olive at the center creating an eye-catching "iris" effect. Perfectly golden and flaky, each savory morsel is kissed with an egg wash for a polished finish and optional fresh parsley garnish for a pop of color. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these appetizers are a show-stopping addition to any party spread, ideal for serving warm or at room temperature. Impress your guests with this clever and elegant snack that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 16 pieces pitted green olives (small)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to smooth any creases. Cut each sheet into 8 equal squares, making a total of 16 squares.
In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and well-combined.
Place about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.
Press one pitted green olive, cut side down, into the cream cheese mixture on each square. The olive should resemble the 'iris' of the 'eye.'
Bring two opposite corners of the puff pastry square together over the top of the olive, pinching them tightly to seal. This creates an eye-like shape while leaving the olive exposed.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the surface of the puff pastry for a golden finish.
Place the assembled appetizers onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before transferring to a serving platter.
Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley for an added touch of color and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
96 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 29 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
