I always keep a box or two of puff pastry in the freezer, and believe me when I say that this has made cooking and meal planning so much easier.
Puff pastry can be used for pretty much anything, from quick appetizers to easy weeknight meals and even desserts, and most recipes take just 30 minutes to prepare.
Here are over 10 easy savory puff pastry recipes that everyone will love, whether you’re cooking for a party or a quiet night in.
Surimi Vol Au Vent Appetizers
These delicate vol-au-vents are filled with a creamy salad made from surimi, cucumber, and mayo, then topped with smoked salmon and a sprinkle of fresh chives.
The puff pastry shells look really elegant, making them perfect for fancier parties or holiday appetizers. They’re super easy to make and always get a ton of compliments!
Cherry Tomato and Burrata Appetizer
This recipe is everything you want in an appetizer – it’s flaky, cheesy, and bursting with a ton of flavor. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata, and fragrant pesto come together on a golden puff pastry base, finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil for extra flavor.
It’s an ideal starter for a dinner party or a quick weeknight meal that feels fancy without too much work.
Cranberry Brie Pinwheel Bites
These cranberry brie pinwheels are a delicious mix of sweet and savory, and they make the perfect fall appetizer or snack.
Made with layers of creamy brie, tart homemade cranberry sauce, and crunchy walnuts, all wrapped in buttery puff pastry, they bake up into beautiful golden spirals in just 20 minutes.
Mini Italian Sausage Rolls
These mini sausage rolls are packed with bold Italian flavor – savory sausage is wrapped in crisp puff pastry and topped with grated parmesan, and a zesty sauce made from salsa, mustard, and balsamic vinegar.
Whether served as an appetizer or party snack, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast.
Pesto Pinwheels
These savory pinwheels are a flavor-packed bite-sized snack, made with pesto, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta. They come out beautifully colorful and are perfect for any party table.
Prosciutto and Blue Cheese Appetizer Cups
If you love bold flavors, these appetizer cups are a must-try. Filled with a base of sweet chili sauce, salty prosciutto, and creamy blue cheese, you get an appetizer snack that is just brimming with flavors.
They look really elegant on a party tray and come together in no time when you use ready-made pastry.
Roasted Cherry Tomato Tarts
These little tarts are as pretty as they are delicious! The pastry is layered with creamy ricotta and Parmesan cheese, then topped with roasted red and yellow cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of fresh basil.
They’re light but totally filling, perfect for serving at brunch or as a simple appetizer with a glass of white wine.
Pizza Pinwheels
These golden pizza pinwheels are one of my favorite party appetizers to make, as they are always a hit with the crowd.
With this recipe, you get all the best parts of pizza – melty cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and savory salami – all wrapped in a yummy, flaky dough.
