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Savory Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid Recipe

Savory Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid Recipe to Impress

This Savory Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid Recipe is a feast for the eyes and taste buds, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Use margarine for a dairy-free alternative
  • 1 unit Onion, diced Shallots can be used as a substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 10 oz Cremini Mushrooms, sliced White button or shiitake mushrooms can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Use less if using dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard Optional, omit for milder taste
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese is a lower-fat substitute
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Pecorino Romano can be used
  • 1/2 cup Gruyère Cheese, shredded Substitute with Fontina or mozzarella
  • 1 unit Egg, beaten Acts as a binder
For the Pastry
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Sheets, thawed Ensure they’re at room temperature

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Pastry Brush
  • Baking tray

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Warm olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat, add diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Add minced garlic and sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 8 minutes.
  4. Stir in fresh thyme, salt, and pepper, cooking until any residual liquid is absorbed.
  5. Mix in cream cheese, grated Parmesan, and optional Dijon mustard until melted and smooth.
  6. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then stir in the beaten egg.
  7. Unroll puff pastry sheets and cut diagonal strips along each side, leaving the center intact.
  8. Spoon the cooled filling into the pastry center, fold ends over, and braid the strips over the filling.
  9. Transfer to the baking tray, brush the top with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  10. Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown, then allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and ensure mushrooms are thoroughly cooked to maintain texture.

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