1. Prep the Pastry
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Unfold thawed puff pastry onto parchment paper.
2. Add Spread & Toppings
Spread your chosen ingredient evenly over the pastry.
Sprinkle with toppings (keep ½ inch border if folding).
3. Shape & Bake
Option A: Pinwheels – Roll up, slice into 1-inch rounds, bake cut-side down.
Option B: Foldovers – Fold in half, press edges, slice into strips.
Option C: Freeform – Cut into squares, bake as-is!
Bake for 12-15 mins until puffed and golden.
4. Serve Immediately!
Best eaten warm (but vanishes too fast to cool anyway).
Pro Tips for Next-Level Results
🔥 Thaw smart – Leave pastry in fridge overnight (counter thawing makes it sticky).
✂️ Keep it cold – Chill shaped appetizers 5 mins before baking for extra flakiness.
🧂 Egg wash hack – Brush with beaten egg for glossy, golden tops.
🌶 Spice it up – Add chili flakes, za’atar, or cinnamon sugar.
Why This Works for Every Occasion
🍷 Wine night – Pair Brie & jam with sparkling rosé.
🍽 Dinner party – Garlic Parmesan twists beside pasta.
🎉 Game day – Everything bagel bites with beer.
🍫 Sweet craving – Nutella pinwheels + coffee.
Storage & Reheating
❄️ Make ahead – Freeze unbaked, then bake straight from frozen (+3 mins).
🔥 Reheat – 5 mins in a 350°F oven restores crispiness.
