👩🍳 Preparation
1. Prepare the dough
Preheat your oven to 200°C (fan-assisted).
Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured work surface.
Using a knife or pastry wheel, cut the dough into six equal squares.
2. Prepare the filling
In a bowl, mix the cream cheese with the dill or chives.
Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Spread a tablespoon of this mixture in the center of each square of dough.
Place a piece of salmon (about 30 to 35 g) on the cheese.
3. Shape the puff pastries
Fold the four corners of each square towards the center to form a packet.
For an aesthetic result, make a few decorative cuts on the top to let the steam escape during cooking.
4. Apply the egg wash
Beat the egg in a small bowl, then use a brush to gently brush the tops of the pastries.
5. Bake the pastries
Arrange the pastries on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden and slightly puffed.
🌟 Tips and Variations
Filling variation: Try this recipe with smoked trout or replace the cream cheese with goat cheese.
For a more intense taste: Add a grated lemon zest to the cheese mixture.
Accompaniment: Serve with a small green salad or a yogurt and dill sauce.
🍴 Serving
Let the pastries cool for 5 minutes before enjoying them. They are delicious hot or at room temperature, perfect for a buffet or a chic starter.
📢 And you, what is your favorite filling for puff pastries? Share your ideas in the comments!
Salmon and cheese puff pastries are the perfect example of a recipe that combines simplicity and refinement. With their crispy pastry and creamy filling, they are as delicious as they are elegant. Ideal for a light starter, a festive aperitif or even a gourmet brunch, these little culinary treasures will be a sensation on your table.
The secret of their success lies in the harmony of flavors. Salmon, with its melting texture and slightly smoky taste (or fresh depending on your choice), goes wonderfully with creamy cheese. The subtle addition of dill or chives brings a herbaceous touch that perfectly balances the whole. This is a dish where each ingredient has its role to play, and where simplicity is sublimated.
In terms of preparation, these puff pastries shine with their speed and ease. With ready-to-use puff pastry and common ingredients, you can concoct a recipe worthy of special occasions without spending hours in the kitchen. Even beginners can get started without fear, thanks to clear and accessible steps.
This dish is also a true culinary chameleon. It can adapt to your desires and what you have on hand. Do you prefer a stronger taste? Replace the cream cheese with goat cheese or spicy ricotta. Do you want to vary the pleasures? Try with smoked trout or marinated salmon. The possibilities are endless and always tasty.
Finally, these puff pastries embody a promise: that of a crispy and melting bite at the same time, which amazes the taste buds and enchants the guests. They are not only a dish, but an invitation to enjoy the moment, surrounded by those you love. So, to your stoves and let yourself be seduced by this recipe as chic as it is comforting!
🛒 Ingredients (for 6 pastries)
1 rectangular puff pastry
200 g salmon (fresh or smoked, sliced)
100 g fresh cheese (Philadelphia type or equivalent)
1 tablespoon dill or chives, chopped
1 egg, for browning
Salt and pepper, to taste
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