Description
Savory Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups: Tangy cranberry sauce wrapped in flaky puff pastry, perfect for festive gatherings. Crowd-pleasing and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry (17.3 oz/490g package), thawed but still cold
- 1 cup (240ml) cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 oz (113g) goat cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) orange zest
- 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped toasted walnuts
- 1/8 teaspoon (0.6ml) ground black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.2ml) flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Filling Start by combining the cranberry sauce, softened goat cheese, thyme leaves, orange zest, chopped walnuts, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined, maintaining some texture in the mixture. Avoid overmixing, as you want distinct pockets of flavor in your Savory Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups.
- Step 2: Roll Out the Pastry On a lightly floured surface, unfold one sheet of thawed puff pastry, keeping the second sheet refrigerated until needed. Using a rolling pin, gently roll the pastry to smooth out creases and create a slightly larger rectangle, approximately 10×12 inches. The pastry should remain about 1/8-inch thick.
- Step 3: Add the Filling Spread half of your cranberry mixture evenly across the pastry sheet, leaving that crucial 1/2-inch border around all edges. Press the filling gently into the pastry to help it adhere during rolling. For a professional touch, use an offset spatula to create an even layer.
- Step 4: Roll and Chill Starting with the long edge closest to you, tightly roll the pastry away from yourself, creating a log shape. Once rolled, press the seam firmly to seal and position the log seam-side down. Wrap the log in parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up. Repeat with the second sheet of pastry and remaining filling.
- Step 5: Slice and Bake Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Remove the chilled logs from the refrigerator and unwrap them. Using a sharp knife, slice each log into 1/2-inch rounds. Place the rounds on your prepared baking sheets, allowing about 2 inches between each piece. Brush the tops and sides of each roll up with beaten egg wash, then sprinkle lightly with flaky sea salt. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and deeply golden brown. The filling may bubble slightly, which adds to their rustic appeal.
- Step 6: Finish and Serve While the Savory Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups are still warm from the oven, drizzle each with a small amount of honey for a final sweet touch that balances the savory elements. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving platter garnished with fresh thyme sprigs and orange zest for an elegant presentation.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll up
- Calories: 180 calories
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 16 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 15 mg