Description
These Cheese and Pesto Twists are a deliciously easy and impressive snack or appetizer made with puff pastry, cheese, and pesto, perfect for parties or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets of pre-rolled puff pastry, defrosted
- 4 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or a cheese blend)
- 1 egg, whisked (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) fan bake and line two baking trays with baking paper.
- Lay out one sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of pesto evenly over the pastry.
- Sprinkle half of the grated cheese evenly over the pesto.
- Place the second sheet of pastry over the top to sandwich the filling.
- Press down gently and cut into strips approximately 2 cm wide.
- Twist each strip several times and place onto the prepared baking trays.
- Brush each twist with the whisked egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use different types of pesto such as sun-dried tomato or spinach pesto.
- These are best enjoyed on the day they are made but can be reheated in the oven.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
