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Walnut Maple Goat Cheese Sweet

Flaky puff pastry filled with creamy goat cheese, maple syrup, and walnuts—an elegant, sweet-salty treat perfect for parties or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 4 oz goat cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese softened
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup walnuts finely chopped
  • 1 pinch sea salt
Pastry
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 egg beaten for egg wash
Garnish
  • 1 tbsp crushed walnuts
  • 2 tsp maple syrup for drizzling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Beat goat cheese, cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Stir in walnuts.
  3. Roll puff pastry and cut into 3x3-inch squares.
  4. Add filling to center, fold corners to form parcels.
  5. Brush with egg wash and melted butter, bake 14–16 minutes until golden.
  6. Cool slightly, drizzle with maple syrup, and top with crushed walnuts before serving.

Notes

Perfect as an elegant dessert or appetizer. Can be served warm or chilled.