Description
Savory Palmiers are an elegant and incredibly easy appetizer made with flaky puff pastry, spread with flavorful pesto or olive tapenade, and topped with Parmesan cheese and herbs. These buttery, golden-brown bites are perfect for parties or special occasions, offering a fancy look with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry and Spread
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ¼ cup pesto or olive tapenade
Seasonings and Toppings
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme, optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Roll Out Pastry: Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a rectangle approximately 10 by 12 inches to create an even surface for spreading.
- Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the pesto or olive tapenade over the pastry surface. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, and fresh herbs evenly on top for layered flavor.
- Shape the Palmiers: Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the pastry toward the center. Then roll the opposite side toward the center as well, so both rolls meet in the middle forming a double scroll shape.
- Chill the Roll: Place the rolled pastry in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes to firm up. This chill makes slicing cleaner and easier.
- Slice the Pastry: Using a sharp knife, cut the chilled roll into ½-inch thick slices and arrange them cut-side-up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush each slice lightly with the beaten egg wash to ensure a golden and glossy finish when baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the palmiers are puffed, golden brown, and crispy on the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the palmiers to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can customize these palmiers with other savory spreads such as sun-dried tomato paste, Dijon mustard, or herbed cream cheese to vary the flavor profile.
- These palmiers freeze well before baking. Place sliced palmiers on a tray and freeze until firm, then transfer to a zip-top bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
