Description
These goat cheese and honey bites are elegant, flaky puff pastry rounds filled with creamy goat cheese, drizzled with sweet honey, and garnished with fresh thyme. Perfect as a sophisticated appetizer or a delightful snack, they combine savory and sweet flavors with a crisp, golden texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry dough, thawed
- 1 (4-ounce) log goat cheese
- Honey, for drizzling
- Chopped fresh thyme, for garnish
Optional Additions
- A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Prepare the puff pastry: On a floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets slightly to make them easier to cut. Using a 2-inch round cutter, cut approximately 24 circles from the dough.
- Create wells in the dough: Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, gently indent the center of each pastry circle to create a small well that will hold the filling.
- Fill with goat cheese: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of goat cheese into the indentation of each pastry circle, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake the bites: Place the prepared pastry rounds on the lined baking sheets and bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
- Add toppings and serve: Once baked, remove the bites from the oven and immediately drizzle each with about ½ teaspoon of honey. Sprinkle chopped fresh thyme on top for garnish. Optionally, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or chopped walnuts or pecans for extra flavor and texture. Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed for easier handling and better puffing.
- Use a sharp cutter to get clean, even circles in the pastry.
- Drizzle honey while the bites are still warm to allow it to soak slightly into the pastry and cheese.
- Optional crushed red pepper flakes add a subtle heat complementing the sweetness and tang of the bites.
- Walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch and nutty flavor if desired.
- These bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated briefly in the oven to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: goat cheese, honey bites, puff pastry appetizer, savory snack, baked bites, easy appetizer, party snack
