Cheesy Pesto Twists
Flaky, golden puff pastry meets the irresistible pairing of pesto and gooey cheese in these Cheesy Pesto Twists, a savory appetizer or snack that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Featuring layers of fragrant basil pesto, melty mozzarella, and a sprinkle of tangy Parmesan, each twist is brushed with a glossy egg wash for that perfect bakery-style look. Ready in just 35 minutes, these crowd-pleasing treats are perfect for parties, game-day spreads, or a simple afternoon indulgence. Serve them warm with marinara sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time! Keywords: cheesy pesto twists, puff pastry appetizer, quick party snacks, pesto recipes, cheese twists.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 sheet (store-bought, thawed if frozen) Puff pastry
- 3 tablespoons Basil pesto
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 1 large (for egg wash) Egg
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 1 tablespoon (for dusting) Flour
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Lightly dust a clean work surface with flour and roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle approximately 10x12 inches.
Spread the basil pesto evenly across the entire surface of the puff pastry, leaving a small border of about 1/2 inch on the edges.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pesto, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
Carefully fold the puff pastry in half lengthwise so that the cheese and pesto layers meet inside. Gently press down to seal.
Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, slice the folded pastry into 12 even strips.
Twist each strip gently by holding each end and rotating in opposite directions, then lay the twists on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg and milk together to create an egg wash. Brush this mixture lightly over the twists to help them achieve a golden-brown color.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow the twists to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.6 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.0 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 334 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 1488 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 52.3 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1247 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 353 mg | 8% | |
*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.
