Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Pastry Twists, a perfect blend of flaky puff pastry filled with homemade blackberry jam and creamy goat cheese. These elegant treats are topped with a sprinkle of lemon-thyme sugar, making them an ideal choice for parties or cozy nights in. Their unique flavor combination and stunning presentation will surely impress your guests, while being easy to prepare. Whether served as appetizers or dessert, these twists are versatile and customizable, allowing you to experiment with various fillings. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these irresistible bites!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 2 cups blackberries
- ½ cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¾ cup sugar
- 8 ounces goat cheese
- 2 lemons, zested
- 4 teaspoons raw sugar
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Prepare the blackberry jam by cooking blackberries, water, lemon juice, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat for 20-30 minutes until thickened. Smash berries and allow cooling.
- Thaw puff pastry sheets for 20-25 minutes at room temperature. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out each sheet into a rectangle.
- Spread goat cheese over each pastry sheet and top with cooled blackberry jam. Cut dough into 12 strips, fold in half, and gently twist.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange twists. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with lemon-thyme sugar before baking for 16-18 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to use different fruits or cheeses for customization. Serve warm alongside dips or drinks for an enhanced experience.