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Golden Herb & Cheese Puff Pockets

Indulgent Golden Herb & Cheese Puff Pockets You’ll Love

Golden Herb & Cheese Puff Pockets are delightful pastries filled with creamy herbs and cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pockets
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet puff pastry ensure it's thawed for easy rolling and shaping
For the Cheese Filling
  • 4 oz cream cheese soften this for a smooth blend
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese adds melty goodness
For the Herbs and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley brightens the flavor
  • 2 tablespoon fresh chives provides a mild oniony flavor
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves lends an aromatic touch
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder elevates the flavor profile
  • ¼ teaspoon salt enhances all flavors
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adds slight warmth
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large egg for brushing to achieve a golden finish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400 °F (200 °C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 3-inch squares.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, parsley, chives, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Place about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square and fold over to seal.
  5. Arrange filled pastries on the baking sheet and brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  6. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pocketCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfectly thaw puff pastry and don't overfill to avoid bursting. Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.

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