Description
Elevate your festive gatherings with these irresistible Parmesan & Paprika Cocktail Stars. These delightful canapés bring a perfect crunch and savory flavor to any party, making them a must-have for Christmas or New Year’s celebrations. Simple to prepare in just 25 minutes, these elegant star-shaped bites require minimal ingredients yet deliver maximum impact. Whether served on their own or paired with dips and drinks, these cocktail stars are sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 320g (12 oz) Puff Pastry Sheet
- 1 Small Egg
- Splash of Milk
- Freshly Grated Parmesan
- Sweet Smoked Paprika
- Cayenne Pepper
- Plain Flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
- On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry and use star-shaped cutters to cut out stars. Place them on the prepared trays.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg with milk and brush this mixture over each star.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan on one tray and paprika with cayenne on the other.
- Bake for about 8 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Allow cooling slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 67
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 99mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 19mg