Delicious Olive Puffs Recipe

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Delicious Olive Puffs Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 10, 2024

These olive puffs are a delightful appetizer or snack that will impress your guests. Made with a crispy puff pastry and stuffed with flavorful olives, these bites are the perfect combination of savory and flaky. They are easy to make and will disappear quickly at any gathering. Serve them warm and enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1/2 cup of green olives, pitted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup of black olives, pitted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 egg, beaten

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the green olives, black olives, grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, and garlic powder.
  3. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface.
  4. Spread the olive mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
  5. Starting from one side, tightly roll the puff pastry into a log.
  6. Brush the beaten egg over the rolled puff pastry to seal the edges.
  7. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 1-inch thick slices.
  8. Place the olive puffs onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  11. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Olives are considered a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
  • Puff pastry is made using layers of butter and dough, resulting in a flaky and crispy texture.
  • The combination of green and black olives adds a variety of flavors to the puffs.
  • Olive puffs can be made in advance and reheated before serving.
  • These puffs can also be served as a side dish or a light lunch with a salad.