Description
Chili Cheddar Puff Pastry Bites are easy and delicious appetizers perfect for any gathering. They feature a flaky puff pastry shell filled with a savory mixture of chili, sharp cheddar cheese, and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup canned chili
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for one more minute.
- Stir in the canned chili, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet. Cut it into 2-inch squares.
- Place a spoonful of the chili mixture in the center of each pastry square. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Fold the pastry square over to form a triangle or pocket. Press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush the tops of the pastry bites with the beaten egg wash.
- Place the assembled bites on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
- Garnish with cilantro or green onions if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the canned chili is meat-free.
- You can adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spice level.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for variations.
- Serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chili Cheddar Puff Pastry, puff pastry appetizers, cheese bites, spicy snacks, easy appetizers