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Easy Savory Puff Pastry Twists

These easy savory puff pastry twists are crisp, golden, and packed with Italian-inspired flavor. Made with flaky puff pastry, cheese, and savory seasonings, they're the perfect appetizer, snack, or easy addition to any antipasto platter.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American, Italian, Mediterranean
Servings 12 twist pieces
Calories 125 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 puff pastry sheets
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup pesto
  • 1 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 Tbsp. melted butter
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped Italian parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375-degees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Bring the puff pastry to room temperature. Then on a lightly floured surface slightly roll out the dough.
  • Spread one sheet with first the pesto and then the marinara a sauce. Sprinkle with the grated parmesan. Top with the remaining sheet of puff pastry. Press the edges to seal.
  • Cut the puff pastry dough into 1 inch wide strips on the shorter side . You should have 16 strips. Then twist them. Brush with the the melted butter. Top with additional grated parmesan.
  • Bake for 15 -20 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with the chopped Italian parsley.

Notes

Keep the puff pastry cold. Work quickly and return the pastry to the refrigerator if it becomes too soft. Cold puff pastry will puff beautifully in the oven and give you crisp, flaky twists.
Keyword savory puff pastry twists