Description
These Goat Cheese and Honey Bites are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer featuring creamy goat cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry and sweetened with honey. Enhanced with fresh thyme and crunchy nuts, they offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for parties or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Topping
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet and cut it into 12 equal squares to create individual bite-sized portions.
- Assemble Bites: Place a small spoonful of softened goat cheese in the center of each puff pastry square. Drizzle a little honey over the cheese, then sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves and chopped nuts if using. Add a pinch of salt to enhance flavors.
- Fold and Seal: Gently fold the corners of each square over the filling, pinching the edges to seal the bites carefully, preventing any filling from leaking during baking.
- Add Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each sealed puff pastry bite with the beaten egg. This will give them a glossy, golden finish when baked.
- Bake: Arrange the bites on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and puff up beautifully.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bites to cool slightly before drizzling extra honey on top. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can prepare these bites ahead of time and reheat briefly in the oven before serving to maintain crispiness.
- For added flavor variety, try mixing black pepper or lemon zest into the goat cheese before assembling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
