Pear and Blue Cheese Puffs Recipe
Overview:
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🍴 Yield: 36 appetizers
🍽️ Recipe Category: Cheese
🔍 Keywords: Pears, Fruit, Kid Friendly, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry
- 2 pears
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 ounces blue cheese
- Dried cranberries or dried cherries
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 56.7
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 2.4mg
- Sodium: 61mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.3g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugar: 1.7g
- Protein: 1.2g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F.
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Prepare Pears: Peel and core the pears, then dice them into small pieces. Toss the diced pears in sugar until they are evenly coated. Set aside for later use.
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Roll Out Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the frozen puff pastry sheet into a 14-inch square.
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Cut Pastry: Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the pastry into 36 equal squares.
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Prepare Muffin Pan: Grease a mini muffin pan or line it with mini muffin liners.
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Line Pans: Place each pastry square into the prepared mini muffin pan, gently pressing them down to form a cup shape.
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Add Fillings: Divide the diced pears and crumbled blue cheese evenly among the pastry-lined muffin cups.
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Add Toppings: Top each filled cup with 2 or 3 dried cranberries or dried cherries, adding a burst of fruity flavor.
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Bake: Place the filled muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
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Serve: Remove the pear and blue cheese puffs from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. These appetizers are best enjoyed warm, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
Tips:
- For a sweeter flavor, you can sprinkle a bit of additional sugar over the puffs before baking.
- These puffs can be made in advance and reheated in the oven before serving.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for unique flavor variations.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for an extra touch of elegance.
Conclusion:
These Pear and Blue Cheese Puffs are a delightful addition to any holiday gathering or special occasion. With their flaky pastry crust, sweet pear filling, and tangy blue cheese topping, they offer a perfect balance of flavors that is sure to impress your guests. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these appetizers are guaranteed to disappear quickly, so be sure to make a double batch!
