Puff Pastry Twists with Dates and Goat Cheese
Flaky puff pastry twists filled with a cinnamon-infused date spread, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts—perfect for brunch, snacking, or serving with tea.
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 6 Medjool dates pitted
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 2 puff pastry sheets
- ⅓ cup walnuts chopped
- 4 oz goat cheese softened
- 1 egg whisked
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp ground pistachios
Instructions
- Open the Medjool dates using a knife and remove the pit. Place them in a measuring cup and add in ¼ cup hot water and the cinnamon.
- Blend using an immersion blender. Alternatively, you can do this using a regular blender.
- Roll out the puff pastry and spread the date mixture on top. Top with chopped walnuts and pieces of the goat cheese.
- Place the second puff pastry on the dates and walnuts. Gently press and seal the sides.
- Using a pizza cutter or a sharp knife, cut the pastry into ½ inch wide strips.
- Grab the two ends of each strip and twist in opposite sides. Place on a clean surface and twist to form a swirl pattern. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- After 15 minutes, brush the pastries with egg and bake them for 20 minutes until they are golden and flaky.
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Notes
Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 314kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 142mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 137IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg