Pumpkin and Rosemary Puff Pastry Bites Recipe
These Pumpkin and Rosemary Puff Pastry Bites are delightful savory snacks featuring caramelized onions, tender pumpkin, fragrant rosemary, and creamy Gruyere cheese all baked on flaky puff pastry. Perfect as an appetizer or party treat, they combine the warm flavors of fall with a crisp, golden crust.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 puff pastry bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Herbs
- ½ sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 1 ½ cups pumpkin or butternut squash, cubed
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish
Dairy
- ¼ cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
- 1 egg, whisked with a splash of water (for egg wash)
Oils & Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Other
- 1 puff pastry sheet
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring often, until they turn deeply golden and caramelized, which should take about 35 to 40 minutes. Once done, transfer the onions to a bowl to cool.
- Cook Pumpkin with Garlic and Rosemary: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the cubed pumpkin and chopped rosemary, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the pumpkin is tender but still holds its shape. Transfer the mixture to a bowl to cool.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and unfold the puff pastry sheet. Cut the pastry into rectangles approximately 2 by 1 inch. Brush each rectangle with the egg wash and use a fork to poke a few holes in each piece to ensure even baking.
- Assemble the Bites: Place a small spoonful of the caramelized onions on each puff pastry piece, then sprinkle with shredded Gruyere cheese and add a few cubes of cooked pumpkin on top.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake the assembled pastry bites in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and finish by placing a small sprig of fresh rosemary on each puff pastry bite as a garnish. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can use butternut squash as a substitute for pumpkin if preferred.
- Make sure the pumpkin is tender but not mushy to maintain texture in the bites.
- Caramelizing onions requires patience but adds rich, deep flavor.
- The egg wash helps create a glossy, golden pastry crust.
- These bites are best enjoyed fresh and warm from the oven.
Keywords: pumpkin appetizer, puff pastry bites, rosemary, caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, fall recipes, savory snacks
