Puff pastry triangles filled with savory or sweet fillings make for an elegant and versatile treat, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as appetizers. The flaky, buttery layers of puff pastry complement virtually any filling, offering endless possibilities for customization. Here’s a basic recipe to create your own puff pastry triangles, along with a couple of filling suggestions to get you started.
Ingredients:
- 1 package (about 17.3 ounces) of frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Savory Filling Option:
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup cooked and chopped spinach (make sure it’s well-drained)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sweet Filling Option:
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup fruit jam or preserves (raspberry, apricot, strawberry, etc.)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)