Description
Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of Baked Gruyère in Pastry with Rosemary and Garlic. This elegant appetizer features gooey Gruyère cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry with aromatic rosemary and garlic, creating a perfect blend of flavors. A drizzle of honey adds a touch of sweetness, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Gruyère Cheese:
1 wheel (8 oz), rind trimmed if desired,
Puff Pastry:
1 sheet, thawed,
Rosemary:
1 tablespoon, fresh and finely chopped,
Garlic:
2 cloves, minced,
Olive Oil:
1 tablespoon,
Egg Wash:
1 egg (beaten),
Additional:
all-purpose flour (for dusting), honey (for drizzling, optional), crackers or sliced baguette (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add garlic and rosemary, sauté until fragrant.
- Prepare pastry: Roll out puff pastry, place Gruyère in center, top with rosemary-garlic mixture, fold over cheese, seal, and brush with egg wash.
- Bake: Seam-side down, bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Let rest, drizzle with honey if desired, and serve warm with crackers or baguette.
Notes
- You can substitute Brie or Camembert for Gruyère.
- For added flavor, consider adding fig jam before wrapping the cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
