Puff pastry hot dogs and olive skewers

Puff pastry skewers with hot dogs and olives are a tasty and easy-to-make appetizer, ideal for a casual dinner or an aperitif with friends. Let’s proceed with the list of ingredients and the preparation.

Ingredients

• 1 roll of rectangular puff pastry
• 8-10 medium-sized hot dogs
• Pitted olives (green or black depending on preference)
• 1 egg (for brushing)
• Sesame or poppy seeds (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C (392 °F) or 180 °C (356 °F) if fan assisted.
2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into long, narrow strips about 1 cm in width.
3. Cut the hot dogs into pieces about 2-3 cm each.
4. Skewer a piece of hot dog on a toothpick, and top with an olive at the end.
5. Wrap each skewer with a strip of puff pastry, making sure to leave the ends with the hot dog and olive uncovered.
6. Beat the egg and gently brush the puff pastry with it.
7. (Optional) Sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds on the skewers to add a crunchy touch.
8. Place the skewers on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown and crispy.
10. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Curiosity

These skewers are a quick variation of a classic appetizer and can be customized in many ways. For example, you could enrich them with a sprinkle of grated cheese before baking, or insert a basil leaf between the hot dog and the olive for a touch of freshness and a typically Italian note.