Savory Puff Pastry Sticks with Smoked Salmon
Discover a simple recipe for savory puff pastry sticks with smoked salmon, perfect for any occasion. Quick to prepare and delicious!
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This simple recipe for Puff Pastry Sticks with Smoked Salmon, enhanced with horseradish cream cheese, sesame, and poppy seeds, is perfect for parties, a cozy brunch, or as a quick snack. The combination of crispy puff pastry, zesty horseradish cream cheese, and delicate smoked salmon is a classic that also looks appealing thanks to the sesame and poppy seeds. Utilizing pre-made pastry from the refrigerated section makes the preparation quick and straightforward.
Why I Recommend Puff Pastry Sticks with Smoked Salmon
- Elegant Presentation: The twisting of the strips creates a beautiful look that adds a professional touch to any buffet.
- Flavorful Taste: The horseradish cream cheese adds a pleasant spiciness that perfectly complements the buttery pastry.
- Quick Preparation: The sticks can be twisted and ready for the oven in just 10 minutes.
- Versatile Serving Options: They taste great both fresh from the oven and cold.
Tips and Variations for Your Puff Pastry Sticks
Making these sticks is quite easy: Start by halving the puff pastry, spreading cream cheese on one side, and layering it with smoked salmon. After placing the second half of the pastry on top, cut it into 16 strips. These strips are then twisted, placed on a baking sheet, and brushed with beaten egg. Finally, sprinkle sesame and poppy seeds on top for added texture and flavor.
For variations, you can substitute the horseradish cream cheese with a herb or garlic version if you prefer a milder taste. If salmon isn’t your choice, thin slices of ham can be used instead. For a vegetarian option, a filling of spinach and feta works wonderfully.
Keep in mind that puff pastry works best when taken directly from the refrigerator, as it becomes too soft to twist if left out. Bake for 20 minutes at 200 °C to achieve a golden-brown crust, but watch the sticks towards the end to prevent over-browning.
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These crispy puff pastry sticks with smoked salmon and horseradish cream cheese make for ideal finger food for guests or a cozy evening at home. Thanks to the use of ready-made puff pastry, the preparation is particularly uncomplicated.
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Difficulty: Easy
Budget: Standard
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Baking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
- ▢ 1 puff pastry from the refrigerator, rectangular
- ▢ 150 g smoked salmon
- ▢ 50 g horseradish cream cheese
- ▢ 1 egg
- ▢ 1 tsp sesame
- ▢ 1 tsp poppy seeds
- Unroll the 1 puff pastry from the refrigerator and cut it in half.
- Spread one half with 50 g of horseradish cream cheese and evenly layer with 150 g of smoked salmon. Place the second half on top.
- Cut the puff pastry in half again and slice it into 8 strips, yielding a total of 16 strips.
- Twist the pastry strips several times and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Beat 1 egg and brush the puff pastry strips with it. Evenly sprinkle with 1 tsp of sesame and 1 tsp of poppy seeds.
- Bake at 200 °C for 20 minutes.
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Calories: 195 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 13 g
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