Salmon Moons
Delight your guests with these flaky and irresistible Salmon Moons—an elegant appetizer perfect for any occasion. Featuring golden puff pastry envelopes filled with a creamy mixture of flaked salmon, tangy cream cheese, fresh dill, and zesty hints of lemon, these crescent-shaped bites are bursting with flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare in just under 40 minutes, they’re perfect for entertaining or as an indulgent snack. The buttery puff pastry crisps to perfection while the rich, herby salmon filling offers a luxurious melt-in-your-mouth experience. Serve them warm or at room temperature for an effortlessly sophisticated addition to your table. Looking for the ultimate party appetizer or brunch treat? These delectable Salmon Moons will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
- 200 grams Cooked salmon (flaked)
- 120 grams Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 whole Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine the cooked, flaked salmon, cream cheese, chopped dill, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a 10 cm (4-inch) round cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out circles from the pastry.
Place a tablespoon of the salmon mixture in the center of each pastry circle.
Fold the circles into half-moons, gently pressing the edges together to seal. Use the tines of a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
Arrange the sealed pastries on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each one.
Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg to create a golden, shiny finish during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature as an elegant appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.2 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 433 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 1601 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 65.0 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 29.5 mcg | 148% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*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.
