Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists
Make Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists, an American snack recipe with Puff pastry, frozen, Asparagus, thin spears, Cheddar cheese, sharp, shredded. It has about 30 min, about 280 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists is an American snack recipe that takes about 30 min, makes 6 servings, has about 280 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists ingredients
- 1 sheet Puff pastry, frozen
- 8 oz Asparagus, thin spears
- 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, sharp, shredded
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 Egg, large
- 1 tsp Water
How to make Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists
- Thaw the puff pastry sheet according to package directions, typically 30-40 minutes at room temperature. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- While the pastry thaws, prepare the asparagus. Snap off the woody ends of the 8 oz bunch of asparagus. If the spears are thick, blanch them in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking, then pat very dry. If thin, no blanching is needed.
- Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface or a piece of parchment paper. If your pastry is folded, gently unfold it.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over one half of the puff pastry sheet.
- Evenly arrange the asparagus spears over the cheese-covered half of the pastry. You may need to trim the spears to fit the width of the pastry.
- Season the asparagus and cheese with 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Fold the plain half of the puff pastry over the cheese and asparagus half, gently pressing down to seal the edges and encase the filling.
- Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the folded pastry into 1-inch wide strips, yielding approximately 10-12 strips.
- Carefully twist each pastry strip several times to create a spiral shape, then place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each twist.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of all the pastry twists lightly with the egg wash for a golden, shiny finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown, puffed, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists FAQ
How do I make Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists?
Make Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists?
The main ingredients include Puff pastry, frozen, Asparagus, thin spears, Cheddar cheese, sharp, shredded, Garlic powder, Salt. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists take?
This recipe takes about 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Cheesy Asparagus & Cheddar Puff Pastry Twists?
Recipe Genius estimates about 280 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.