Savory Gruyere Cheese Puffs with Raspberry Sauce
Savory Gruyere Cheese Puffs with Raspberry Sauce are made with a combination of cheese, fresh herbs, puff pastry and they’re topped with a homemade raspberry sauce or preserves. These cheese puffs are perfect as appetizers, snacks, or as a side to a bowl of soup or salad.
Servings: 72 mini puffs
Calories: 54kcal
Ingredients
Cheese Puffs
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 6 ounces Gruyere cheese (shredded)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 egg (lightly beaten with 1 tablespoon of water)
- 1//2 cup Raspberry Sauce (or preserves)
Instructions
Cheese Puffs
- Preheat your oven to 400F.
- Roll out the puff pastry to smooth creases and cut each sheet into 36 even sized squares (see notes).2 sheets puff pastry
- Place the puff pastry squares on a baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Poke a few holes into the center of each puff pastry square with a fork.
- Combine the Gruyere cheese and thyme and divide evenly onto the centers of the puff pastry squares.6 ounces Gruyere cheese, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Fold the corners in slightly and brush the puff pastry with the egg mixture.1 egg
- Bake for 12-15 minutes. The pastry may be puffed up, but should quickly deflate once out of the oven. You can press the centers down with your finger or small spoon, if needed.
- Top each cheese puff with 1/4 teaspoon or so of the raspberry sauce.1//2 cup Raspberry Sauce
- Garnish with extra thyme, if desired.
Notes
Tips & Techniques
- Be sure to set the puff pastry out about an hour before you begin baking to allow it to fully thaw.
- You can use any herbs you prefer. Basil, rosemary, and sage are great choices.
- You can make cheese puffs and any size. Larger puffs will need a few extra minutes of bake time.
- Store extra cheese puffs in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the puffs at 350°F for just a few minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1mini puff | Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 31IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg