Description
Savory Swiss gruyre nestled in flaky pastry brings rustic French countryside charm to home kitchens. Rich herbal notes and golden-brown crust promise a delightful culinary experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454 g) Gruyère cheese, cubed
- 1 pound (454 g) Fontina cheese, cubed
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 2 tsp honey (plus more for serving)
- 1 egg, beaten
- Coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) with the rack positioned in the center for uniform heat distribution.
- Setup: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and unfold the puff pastry, smoothing out any visible creases.
- Cheese Placement: Center the Gruyère cheese on the pastry, creating a rustic, slightly elevated presentation.
- Flavor Infusion: Mince rosemary and crush garlic, blending these aromatics together and generously scattering over the cheese.
- Moisture Enhancement: Drizzle honey across the cheese, allowing it to cascade and complement the herb mixture.
- Pastry Wrapping: Fold the pastry corners toward the center, forming a loose envelope that leaves the cheese partially exposed.
- Finishing Touches: Whisk an egg and brush the pastry edges, then sprinkle coarse sugar for a subtle crunch and golden sheen.
- Baking Process: Transfer to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the pastry achieves a deep golden-brown color and the cheese bubbles enticingly.
- Resting and Serving: Allow the baked Gruyère to rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with an additional honey drizzle and freshly ground black pepper.
- Presentation: Serve immediately alongside crusty bread or crisp crackers, inviting guests to savor the warm, aromatic delicacy.
Notes
- Cheese Selection: Choose a high-quality, aged Gruyère with robust flavor for the best taste experience.
- Pastry Handling: Keep puff pastry chilled until ready to use, as cold dough ensures flakier, more delicate layers.
- Temperature Precision: Watch closely during baking to prevent burning, as the high heat can quickly darken the pastry.
- Serving Strategy: Enjoy immediately after resting to capture the perfect balance of melted cheese and crisp pastry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg