Gouda Cashew Bouchees
Indulge in the perfect bite-sized delight with these Gouda Cashew Bouchees, a decadent blend of flaky puff pastry, creamy Gouda cheese, and the satisfying crunch of roasted cashews. These elegant appetizers are elevated with a touch of honey for subtle sweetness and fresh thyme for a fragrant herbal note. A quick and easy recipe that comes together in just 35 minutes, these savory bouchees are ideal for any gathering or a sophisticated snack. With their golden, buttery crust and rich, gooey filling, they’re as stunning to serve as they are delicious to eat. Serve them warm for the ultimate crowd-pleaser, and don’t forget a drizzle of honey for that final gourmet touch! Perfect for party appetizers, holiday hors d'oeuvres, or a simple indulgence at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 200 grams Gouda cheese
- 100 grams roasted cashews
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Lightly dust a clean work surface with all-purpose flour. Roll out the puff pastry sheets to ensure they are evenly thick and slightly larger than their original size.
Using a 2.5-inch round cookie cutter, cut 12 circles from the puff pastry sheets. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small gap between each piece.
Grate the Gouda cheese and chop the roasted cashews into small pieces. Combine them in a mixing bowl.
Add the heavy cream, honey, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper to the Gouda and cashew mixture. Stir well until evenly combined.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling onto the center of each puff pastry circle, spreading it slightly but leaving a small border around the edges.
In a small bowl, beat the egg to create an egg wash. Use a pastry brush to lightly brush the edges of the puff pastry circles for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the bouchees to cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as an appetizer or snack, and optionally drizzle with a bit more honey for added sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.5 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 230 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 74 mg | 2% | |
*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.
