Smoked salmon and puff pastry come together in this appetizer to create a balanced combination of rich, flaky, and fresh flavors. The buttery texture of the pastry provides a sturdy yet delicate base for the smooth cream cheese and savory smoked salmon, enhanced by subtle hints of herbs and citrus.
This recipe offers a straightforward way to prepare an elegant bite-sized starter that highlights quality ingredients without requiring extensive preparation.
Helpful Tips
- Don’t Overfill the Pastry Cups – Use just enough cream cheese and smoked salmon to complement the pastry without weighing it down. Overfilling can cause the pastry to become soggy or lose its shape.
- Customize Your Toppings – While classic cream cheese and dill pair beautifully with smoked salmon, feel free to experiment with other flavors like horseradish, chives, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to add brightness.
- Serve Fresh and Slightly Warm or Room Temperature – Puff pastry bites are best enjoyed fresh. Serve them warm or at room temperature to keep the pastry crisp and the flavors vibrant.
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Perfect Smoked Salmon Puff Pastry Bites
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 7-8 ounce tub chive and onion cream cheese softened
- 3 ounces smoked salmon roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped, more for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease 2 mini muffin tins (makes 24).
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet and stab it all over with a fork. Cut into 25 squares. Press 24 of the squares into the muffin wells (you don’t need the last one).
- Mix together the cream cheese, smoked salmon, and dill. Stir until combined. Divide the mixture among the 24 wells.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Garnish with a dill sprig, if desired.
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Laura is the founder and editor of the travel blogs Savored Sips and Savored Journeys. She is dedicated to sharing the best information about drinks found around the world.