Maple Ricotta & Cranberry Puff Pastry Bites

Ingredients:

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (about 9 oz / 250 g)

½ cup (120 g) ricotta cheese

1 tbsp pure maple syrup (15 ml)

¼ tsp ground cinnamon (1 g)

¼ cup (60 g) cranberry sauce

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash – about 50 g)

Optional: fresh thyme leaves or orange zest for garnish

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet or mini muffin tin with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese with maple syrup and cinnamon until smooth.

Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 12 equal squares. Gently press each square into a muffin cup or place on the baking sheet.

Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the ricotta mixture into the center of each square, followed by a small dollop of cranberry sauce.

Brush the pastry edges with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.

Let cool slightly, then garnish with a touch of orange zest or fresh thyme before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 170 per serving
Servings: 12

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