Description
Blue Cheese Walnut Twirls are the ultimate appetizer that combines elegance with ease. These flaky puff pastries are filled with a delightful mixture of tangy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and aromatic thyme, creating a flavor profile that will leave your guests impressed. Perfect for any occasion—whether a festive gathering or an intimate dinner—these twirls are quick to whip up and visually stunning. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll have an impressive dish ready to serve in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry (square shaped)
- 100g blue cheese, crumbled
- 100g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 50g walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh thyme leaves (6-8 sprigs)
- Sea salt and cracked pepper
- 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Drizzle honey over each puff pastry sheet.
- Evenly spread chopped walnuts, crumbled blue cheese, grated Parmesan, fresh thyme leaves, sea salt, and cracked pepper on each sheet.
- Roll each pastry tightly from one end to the other and cut in half lengthwise.
- Twist the pieces together to form coils and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush with milk for a golden finish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use high-quality blue cheese for enhanced flavor. Keep the puff pastry cold for better flakiness. Feel free to customize the filling by adding different nuts or herbs based on your taste preferences.