31 Quick and Easy Appetizers That Start With Puff Pastry

Read Time: 14 mins

31 Quick and Easy Appetizers That Start With Puff Pastry1/31 Mediterranean Pastry Pinwheels 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 16 appetizers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These quick appetizers are irresistible. The flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and pesto balance beautifully. —Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 170 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 227mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 2/31 Brie Cherry Pastry Cups 25 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Brie Cherry Pastry Cups Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Total Time 30 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Golden brown and flaky, these bite-sized puff pastries with creamy Brie and sweet cherry preserves could easily double as a scrumptious dessert. —Marilyn McSween, Mentor, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 pastry cup: 61 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 42mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 3/31 Mini Sausage Pies 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mini Sausage Pies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The simple

And everyone gets their own pies—which makes them even better!

ingredients and family-friendly flavor of these little sausage cups make them a go-to dinner favorite. And everyone gets their own pies—which makes them even better! —Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida Nutrition Facts: 2 mini pies: 551 calories, 36g fat (10g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 784mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 16g protein. 4/31 Delicious Almond Braids 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings 2 braids (6 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Similar to an almond crescent, this coffee cake is light and flaky with a

rich almond center

rich almond center. It’s versatile, so you can serve it for dessert, breakfast or brunch. It tastes as if it came from a high-end bakery, but packaged puff pastry dough makes it easy. —Gina Idone, Staten Island, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 430 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 197mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein. 5/31 Little Pigs in a Hammock 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pigs in a blanket aren’t just for kids! Dijon and Camembert transform this

children’s favorite into a version that’s perfect for grown-ups

children’s favorite into a version that’s perfect for grown-ups. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 211 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 312mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. 6/31 Pancetta, Pear & Pecan Puffs 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pancetta, Pear & Pecan Puffs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I was recently at a wedding reception where the menu was all small bites. Here’s my rendition of the pear pastries they served. They’re the perfect

combo of savory and sweet

combo of savory and sweet. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 puff: 105 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 178mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 7/31 Mediterranean Tomato Bites 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mediterranean Tomato Bites Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 32 pastries Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My friend Mary served these lovely appetizers at a summer gathering several years ago, and I adapted it a bit to my taste. It’s a great August recipe when tomatoes and herbs are

at their freshest!

at their freshest! —Susan Wilson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 pastry: 106 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 8/31 Brie Puff Pastry 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband was in the Air Force, so we’ve entertained guests all over the United States. I acquired this recipe while in California. It’s one of my favorite special appetizers. —Sandra Twait, Tampa, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 328 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated

fat), 64mg cholesterol, 424mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein. 9/31 Ham and Broccoli Puffs 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 32 appetizers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These starters look complex, but they’re easy to make and still very elegant. —Lynda McCulloch, San Antonio, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 122 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 146mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 10/31 Onion Brie Appetizers 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Guests will think you spent hours preparing these cute appetizers, but they’re really easy to assemble, using purchased puff pastry. And the tasty combination of Brie, caramelized onions and caraway is terrific.-Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 121 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 11/31 Pesto Twists 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pesto Twists Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 12 twists Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Use pesto made straight from your

—Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts:

garden if you make these in the summer or purchase it prepared from the grocery store to fill these easy appetizers. —Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 twist: 265 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 270mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. 12/31 Ricotta Puffs 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Roasted red peppers and ricotta cheese give these pastry puffs delicious flavor, while parsley and oregano add a little spark. —Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts:

Palmiers (pronounced palm-YAY) come from France

1 puff: 150 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. 13/31 Puff Pastry Christmas Palmiers Test Kitchen Approved Puff Pastry Christmas Palmiers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Palmiers (pronounced palm-YAY) come from France. They’re usually sweet, but to make them savory, I swirl in pesto, feta and sundried tomatoes. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 121 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber),

2g protein

2g protein. 14/31 Reuben Rounds 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 16 appetizers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fans of the classic Reuben sandwich will go crazy for baked pastry spirals of corned beef, Swiss and sauerkraut. They’re so easy to make, and bottled Thousand Island dressing makes the perfect dipping sauce. —Cheryl Snavely, Hagerstown, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 114 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 198mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 15/31 Caramelized Fennel Tarts 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Caramelized

I’ve served these as a side dish and an appetizer

Fennel Tarts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fennel is a favorite of mine, no matter how it’s cooked, but I think it is really amazing sauteed until rich and golden, then baked on delicious puff pastry. I’ve served these as a side dish and an appetizer. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 116 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 102mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 16/31 Australian Sausage Rolls 25 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

Tomato and Corn Cheesy Pastry

Aussie Sausage Rolls Recipe photo by Melissa Patterson for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I was born and raised in Australia, but moved to the U.S. when I got married. When I long for some Australian recipes, I bake up a batch of this sausage roll recipe and share them with neighbors or co-workers. —Melissa Landon, Port Charlotte, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 116 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 198mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 17/31 Tomato and Corn Cheesy Pastry

Bites 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 8 pastries Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Local veggies and herbs have a magical knack for inspiring me to cook. After my CSA box arrived, I used the fresh ingredients to create this adorable appetizer. —Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 pastry: 236 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 18/31 Asparagus Tart 15 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved ALEJANDRO MONFORT FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings

💡 Frequently Asked Questions

⭐ Expert Tips

• Include seasonal or trendy variations to keep your meals exciting.

• Highlight prep shortcuts or time-saving techniques for busy cooks.

• Consider dietary restrictions and include substitution suggestions.

✅ Key Takeaways

• These dinner ideas are perfect for impressing guests or enjoying special occasions.

• Choose recipes that match your skill level and available kitchen tools.

• Presentation and taste both contribute to a memorable dining experience.

📣 Join Our Community