Absolutely! Puff pastry is your secret weapon for impressively easy appetizers that look gourmet but come together fast. Here’s a collection of irresistible Puff Pastry Appetizers, complete with a go-to recipe and 5 delicious variations.
Easy Puff Pastry Appetizers – Flaky, Golden, Crowd-Pleasing!
Base Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (for egg wash – optional but adds a golden finish)
- Optional: Flour for rolling
How to Prepare the Puff Pastry:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly flour your surface and roll out the pastry sheet to smooth it.
- Cut into desired shapes: squares, rectangles, triangles, or use a cookie cutter for rounds.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush lightly with egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water) for shine.
- Add toppings/fillings (see below), then bake for 12–18 minutes until golden and puffy.