Savory Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid
Savory Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid is a show-stopping dish that melds flaky, golden pastry with a rich, creamy filling of sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, and melted Gruyère cheese. This versatile recipe is perfect for brunch gatherings or as a stunning appetizer at any event. With its impressive presentation and delightful flavors, this puff pastry braid is sure to impress your guests. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for convenience. Treat yourself to this gourmet experience right in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion
- 10 oz cremini mushrooms
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until soft; add garlic and mushrooms until browned. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add cream cheese, Parmesan, and Gruyère to the mixture; combine well.
- Unroll puff pastry on a floured surface and cut diagonal strips along the sides.
- Spread filling down the center, fold in ends, and braid strips over the filling.
- Transfer to the baking tray, brush with egg wash, and bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg