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These spring-like asparagus puff pastry bundles are the perfect mix of tender asparagus, creamy cheese, and flaky puff pastry! Ideal as a vegetarian snack, side dish, or for brunch!
Impress your guests with these elegant and vegetarian asparagus puff pastry bundles. This delicious recipe is perfect for any special occasion or dinner party. They are not only delicious but also a real eye-catcher! The combination of tender green asparagus with airy buttery puff pastry and melted cheese is irresistibly tasty.
Despite its chic appearance, the recipe is simple and quick to prepare. It’s perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or an impressive appetizer. Also perfect for your Easter brunch or Mother’s Day! You can enjoy the asparagus puff pastry bundles warm or cold, so they can also be prepared well in advance.
Ingredients
See recipe card for quantities.
- Green Asparagus – Use fresh asparagus! Ideally, all the asparagus spears should have a similar thickness.
- Puff Pastry – Ensures crispy, buttery asparagus pockets!
- Plain Skyr Yogurt – This will add a creamy, tangy contrast to the crispy asparagus. It also works with plain Greek yogurt.
- Grated Cheese – I recommend Gruyere cheese or Cheddar cheese! Parmesan cheese would work too.
- Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper – For marinating the asparagus.
- Egg & Nigella Seeds – For brushing and garnishing! Nigella seeds not only look beautiful but also give the asparagus bundles a unique flavor.
Visual Step-by-Step Instructions
This visual step-by-step instruction will help you along the way – definitely recommended if you’re a baking beginner!
- Wash the green asparagus, then snap off the woody ends. In a bowl, toss with olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
- Cut the puff pastry into 8 large rectangles, then add a dollop of the skyr yogurt to the middle of each one and slightly spread with the back of a spoon, leaving about ½” of room around the edges.
- Place 3-4 stalks of asparagus diagonally on the dough, then sprinkle cheese over them.
- Fold the two opposite corners of the puff pastry over the asparagus and press down slightly to prevent them from opening during baking.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush puff pastry with egg wash and sprinkle some nigella seeds over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Variations
- Fill the asparagus puff pastry bundles with a slice of Brie cheese and a few drops of honey instead of yogurt and cheese.
- Stir a pinch of garlic powder or fresh herbs into the yogurt.
- Instead of nigella seeds, you can use sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning as a topping. It also tastes great without any topping!
- Replace skyr yogurt with cream cheese for a richer taste (also more calorie-intense).
- For an Italian twist, spread a thin layer of pesto on the puff pastry before adding the asparagus.
- Use this recipe to make a homemade puff pastry dough.
Storage & Reheat Instructions
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container or wrapped in aluminum foil in the fridge. They will stay fresh for 3 days.
If you prefer to enjoy leftovers warm, reheat the pockets for 15 minutes in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C).
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Asparagus Puff Pastry Bundles
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ pound (750 g) asparagus
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- a pinch salt & pepper
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- ⅝ cup (150 g) plain skyr yogurt or plain greek yogurt, cream cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) grated cheese gruyère or cheddar
- 1 egg beaten
- some nigella seeds or sesame, poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the green asparagus, then snap off the woody ends. Mix with olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
- Cut the puff pastry into 8 large rectangles, then add a dollop of the skyr yogurt to the middle of each one and slightly spread with the back of a spoon, leaving about ½” of room around the edges.
- Place 3-4 stalks of asparagus diagonally on the dough, then sprinkle grated cheese over them.
- Fold the two opposite corners of the pastry over the asparagus and press down slightly to prevent them from opening during baking.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the puff pastry with egg wash and sprinkle some nigella seeds over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container or wrapped in aluminum foil in the fridge.
- Reheat for 15 minutes in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C).
