puffy greek twists

Massena (now in FL), NY
Updated on Aug 11, 2011

The original idea came from a Taste of Home recipe, Crisp Caraway Twists. Thought I would put a different spin on it and make it Greek. These are just addictive, can't eat just one.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake
yield makes 36 appetizers

Ingredients

  • 1 package pepperidge farm puff pastry- 2 sheets to a box, and the box is 17.3 oz
  • 6 ounces spinach and artichoke cream cheese spread
  • 4 tablespoons marinated artichoke hearts, chopped fine
  • 2 tablespoons kalamata olives, chopped fine
  • 2 tablespoons parmesean cheese, freshly grated (don't use in the green can)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

How To Make puffy greek twists

  • Step 1
    Thaw the puff pastry to package directions.
  • Step 2
    Pre heat oven to 375°
  • Step 3
    Open up first sheet of puff pastry.
  • Step 4
    Process the artichoke hearts and kalamata olives in a food procesor.
  • Step 5
    Spread half cream cheese over dough and sprinkle half the olive mixture over cream cheese. Sprinkle half of the parmesean cheese over the filled dough.
  • Step 6
    Fold the pastry over, and press to close all around the edges.
  • Step 7
    Cut 18 strips cross wise through the dough.
  • Step 8
    In a bowl wisk the egg and water together, brush over the top of the filled pastry.
  • Step 9
    Sprinkle about 1 teaspoon sesame seeds over the dough.
  • Step 10
    Take the first strip, holding both ends, twist the dough into a twisty shape.
  • Step 11
    Repeat for second puff pastry dough.
  • Step 12
    Place on a baking sheet sprayed lightly with pam. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes , or until golden.
  • Step 13
    These are at their best warm right out of the oven.

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