Description
Indulge in the delightful Savory Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid, a perfect blend of flaky pastry and a rich filling of creamy mushrooms, caramelized onions, and Gruyère cheese. This stunning dish not only impresses guests with its beautiful braided design but is also incredibly easy to make, making it an ideal centerpiece for brunches or gatherings. The combination of savory flavors and textures ensures each bite is memorable. Whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or light dinner, this vegetarian-friendly recipe will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 10 oz cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese (grated)
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook until soft. Stir in garlic and mushrooms; sauté until browned.
- Season with thyme, salt, pepper, and optional white wine. Cook until absorbed.
- Remove from heat; stir in cream cheese, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, and Gruyère.
- Unroll puff pastry on a floured surface; cut diagonal strips along the sides.
- Spread filling down the center of the pastry; braid strips over the filling.
- Transfer to baking tray; brush with beaten egg.
- Bake for 20–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (110g)
- Calories: 293
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg