Puff Pastry Bites with Cheese and Honey

Puff Pastry Bites with Cheese and Honey are a delicious snack that combines the crunchiness of puff pastry with the sweetness of honey and the savoriness of cheese. Here’s how to prepare them:

Ingredients

• 1 rectangular roll of puff pastry
• Soft cheese (such as Taleggio, Brie, or Camembert)
• Acacia honey or another delicate-flavored honey
• Sesame or poppy seeds (optional)
• 1 egg (for glazing the pastry)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C (180 °C fan-assisted).
2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares about 5 cm on each side.
3. Cut the cheese into thin slices that can comfortably fit within the pastry squares, so as not to spill out during baking.
4. Place a slice of cheese on each pastry square, then add a teaspoon of honey on top of the cheese.
5. Fold the pastry squares into a small parcel or triangle, pressing the edges well to seal them.
6. In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg. Brush the puff pastry bites with the beaten egg to give them shine and a golden color after baking.
7. If you like, sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds to add flavor and texture.
8. Arrange the bites on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake the bites for about 15-20 minutes or until they are puffed and golden.
10. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

As a final touch, drizzle a thin stream of honey over the bites before bringing them to the table.

Curiosity

Honey is a product widely used in Italian cuisine, not just in desserts but also in combinations with cheese, especially in the northern regions where honey production is abundant. In this dish, the honey-cheese pairing is very appreciated for the contrast between sweet and salty flavors.