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Ricotta Sun-Dried Tomato Puff Pastry Bites
Nawaal Ahmed

Easy Ricotta Sun-Dried Tomato Puff Pastry Bites

Creamy Ricotta and Sun-Dried Tomato Puff Pastry Appetizers
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained and chopped
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil finely chopped
  • ½ tsp garlic finely grated
  • ½ tsp lemon zest
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 package 490 g / 17 oz puff pastry sheets, thawed
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for dusting surface

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and lightly grease a mini muffin tray
  2. In a bowl, combine ricotta, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, egg, cream, basil, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and red pepper flakes until smooth and well mixed
  3. Lightly dust a clean surface with flour and roll out the puff pastry to smooth any folds
  4. Cut the pastry into small squares, ensuring each piece can fit into the muffin cups
  5. Press each square gently into the muffin tray, letting the corners extend slightly over the edges
  6. Spoon the creamy filling into each pastry cup, filling them generously but not overflowing
  7. Fold the pastry corners slightly toward the center for a rustic look
  8. Bake until the pastry is puffed and golden brown with a crisp texture
  9. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before removing from the tray
  10. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm or at room temperature

Notes

Protein: 6 g

Carbohydrates: 16 g

Fat: 16 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 1 g

Sodium: 270 mg