Description
These Cheesy Gochujang & Spring Onion Swirls are a delightful fusion of Korean flavors and cheesy goodness wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for a party snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Puff Pastry:
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Cheese Filling:
1/3 cup cream cheese (softened), 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste), 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 3–4 spring onions (thinly sliced)
Additional:
1 egg (beaten, for egg wash), 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and gochujang until smooth.
- Roll the Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle on a floured surface. Spread the gochujang mixture, cheeses, and spring onions evenly. Roll the pastry into a log.
- Slice and Bake: Cut the log into rounds, place on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, sprinkle sesame seeds, and bake for 18–22 minutes until golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle with honey or serve with soy dipping sauce.
- Best served warm as a delightful appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 swirl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
