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Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid Recipe

Mouthwatering Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid Recipe

An unforgettable Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid, combining flaky pastry with rich, creamy filling for an elegant appetizer.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or half the amount of dried thyme
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine optional, or vegetable broth
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard optional
For the Pastry and Garnish
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry
  • 1 large Eggs for wash
  • to taste Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 8 ounces of chopped cremini mushrooms. Sauté for approximately 8 minutes until golden brown. Season with fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Reduce heat to low, mix in 4 ounces of cream cheese, 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Stir until creamy, then fold in 1 cup of shredded Gruyère cheese.
  5. Roll out 1 sheet of puff pastry into a rectangle, creating 8 diagonal slits on each side for braiding.
  6. Spread the mushroom filling along the center and fold the pastry sides over, alternating the slits to braid. Press seams to seal.
  7. Transfer to the baking sheet. Brush with a beaten egg and bake for 20-22 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. Let cool for about 10 minutes and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 8gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Make the filling ahead of time and refrigerate for easy preparation before baking. Use cold puff pastry for best results.

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