Get ready to transform your kitchen into a gourmet paradise with Sue Scheff's Pastry Twists - the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that's about to become your new secret weapon! These golden, cheesy, herb-infused delights are so simple to make yet so incredibly delicious that they'll have everyone wondering how you became such a culinary genius. Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a quick snack, or wanting to impress your family, these pastry twists are your ticket to instant kitchen stardom!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 twists
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup grated cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the pastry twists from sticking.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to smooth out any creases and to ensure an even thickness.
- Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the puff pastry into strips, approximately 1 inch wide and 6 inches long. You should end up with about 24 strips.
- In a small bowl, combine the grated cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the cheese.
- Take one strip of puff pastry and sprinkle a generous amount of the cheese mixture down the center of the strip. Be careful not to overfill, as this can make twisting difficult.
- Fold the pastry strip in half lengthwise, enclosing the cheese mixture. Press down gently to seal the edges.
- Twist the folded pastry strip several times to create a spiral shape. Place the twisted pastry on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for puffing during baking.
- Repeat the filling, folding, and twisting process with the remaining strips of puff pastry until all are prepared and placed on the baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the pastry twists with the beaten egg. This will give them a beautiful golden-brown color when baked.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning.
- Once baked, remove the pastry twists from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack. Enjoy your homemade Sue Scheff's Pastry Twists!
Tips
- • Make sure your puff pastry is completely thawed but still cold for the best texture and easiest handling. • Use a sharp pizza cutter or knife for clean, even strips to ensure uniform baking. • Don't skip brushing with egg wash - it's the secret to that stunning golden-brown shine! • Space your twists apart on the baking sheet to allow them to puff up beautifully. • Experiment with different cheese blends or seasonings to create your own unique twist. • Serve immediately for the crispiest, most delectable results. • These twists can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking for easy entertaining.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
