Description
A festive puff pastry wreath featuring fresh pears, creamy blue cheese, and crunchy hazelnuts, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 100g blue cheese, crumbled
- 50g hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet into a large circle on a floured surface.
- Arrange the pear slices in a circular pattern on the pastry, leaving a border around the edge.
- Sprinkle the blue cheese and hazelnuts evenly over the pears, then season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling to form a wreath shape, brushing with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
This wreath is best served warm and pairs well with a light salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 9g