Pear and Blue Cheese Puffs
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Pear and Blue Cheese Puffs—flaky, golden pockets of gourmet indulgence that combine sweet and savory flavors perfectly. This recipe features buttery puff pastry enveloping a rich filling of tangy blue cheese, caramelized pear slices, and a touch of honey, accented by aromatic fresh thyme. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these easy-to-make pastries are oven-ready and bake to perfection in under 20 minutes. Perfect for holiday entertaining, wine nights, or upscale snacking, these elegant bites are sure to impress. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s equal parts refined and comforting. Keywords: pear and blue cheese puffs, savory pastries, holiday appetizers, puff pastry recipes, easy gourmet snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
- 1 large Ripe pear
- 100 grams Blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel, core, and thinly slice the pear. Set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced pear and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and let cool.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares, for a total of 8 squares.
In a small bowl, crumble the blue cheese and mix it with honey and fresh thyme leaves.
Spoon a small amount of the blue cheese mixture onto the center of each puff pastry square.
Top the blue cheese mixture with a couple of pear slices.
Fold the corners of the pastry squares toward the center, pinching to seal the edges lightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash onto the tops of the puff pastry to give them a golden color while baking.
Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until the puffs are golden and flaky.
Allow the puffs to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.8 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.8 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 1707 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.2 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.6 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 593 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*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.
