Description

Delight your guests with these irresistible Pastry Twists, featuring a flaky puff pastry filled with homemade blackberry jam and creamy goat cheese. These delectable treats are perfect for any gathering, from festive brunches to cozy family dinners. Each twist offers a harmonious blend of tangy and savory flavors, topped with a hint of lemon-thyme sugar for an elegant finish. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these pastry twists will be the star of your appetizer spread. Customize the filling with different jams or cheeses to make them uniquely yours!

Ingredients

Scale

2 sheets puff pastry
2 cups blackberries
½ cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¾ cup sugar
8 ounces goat cheese
2 lemons (zested)
4 teaspoons raw sugar
2 teaspoons fresh thyme (minced)
1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

Prepare the blackberry jam: In a saucepan, combine blackberries, water, lemon juice, and sugar. Cook on medium heat for 20–30 minutes until thickened. Smash berries gently and cool.
Thaw puff pastry: Let sheets thaw for 20–25 minutes and roll out into rectangles on a floured surface.
Assemble twists: Spread goat cheese and cooled blackberry jam over one sheet, cut into strips, fold in half lengthwise, then twist.
Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place twists on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash, sprinkle with lemon-thyme sugar, and bake for 16–18 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Experiment with different fruits or cheeses to create unique flavor combinations.