Name: Mozarella Puffs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry; 5 mozzarella cheese; shredded mozzarella; 0.25 tsp paprika, oregano, Cajun spice, black pepper; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 tbsp garlic; 1 tsp dried parsley; 1 egg; parmesan cheese

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Mozarella Puffs

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Cut the puff pastry sheet into 24 even squares.

Slice each mozzarella stick into five bite-sized pieces.

In a bowl make condiments mixture with paprika, oregano, Cajun spice, and black pepper.

Coat the Mozzarella pieces with the condiments mixture.

Place a piece of cheese in the center of each pastry square, then wrap and roll to form a sealed ball.

Arrange the pastry balls on a baking tray and brush the tops with the beaten egg.

Bake for about 15 minutes, or until puffed and golden.

While they’re baking, melt the butter in a small bowl in the microwave, then stir in the garlic and a little parsley.

Transfer the hot puffs to a large bowl and gently toss with the garlic butter, remaining parsley, and grated Parmesan.

Serve warm with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Freeze Your Cheese Filling 🧊
Pre-freeze shredded mozzarella mixed with parmesan for at least 30 minutes before filling puffs to prevent cheese from leaking out during baking and ensure a gooey center.
Brush with Egg Wash for Golden Perfection 🥚
Apply egg wash only to the tops of puffs just before baking to achieve an even golden-brown exterior without making the pastry soggy on the sides.
Keep Puff Pastry Ice Cold ❄️
Work with puff pastry straight from the refrigerator and keep unused portions chilled; cold pastry creates more lift and flakier layers when baked.
Toast Your Spices First 🌶️
Lightly toast dried parsley, oregano, and Cajun spice in a dry pan for 30 seconds before mixing into cheese filling to intensify flavors and eliminate any musty notes.
Bake on the Middle Rack at High Heat ⬆️
Use the middle oven rack at 400°F for even puffing; this prevents bottoms from burning while allowing tops to achieve the perfect golden color in 15-18 minutes.