Sweet and Savory Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Puff Pastry Twists
This recipe combines sweet brown sugar, smoky bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry for a quick and irresistible snack or appetizer that’s perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- ½ cup Brown sugar light or dark
- 1 to 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary chopped finely
- to taste Kosher salt
- to taste Fresh cracked black pepper
- 2 sheets Frozen puff pastry thawed
- 1 Egg beaten
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese or your favorite cheese blend
- 1 to 2 teaspoons Cayenne pepper optional
- 24 strips Thin-cut bacon or 12 thick ones halved
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper so nothing sticks.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 12 strips, so you got 24 total twists.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over each puff pastry strip evenly, making sure each bite’s cheesy.
- Sprinkle brown sugar, chopped rosemary, a little cayenne if you want, salt, and pepper right over the cheese for that perfect sweet-savory balance.
- Lay a strip of bacon on top of each seasoned puff pastry strip. Gotta cover every little inch for max flavor.
- Brush edges with beaten egg to help seal those puppies tight. Then twist each bacon wrapped strip gently and line ‘em up on your baking sheet.
- Brush every one with beaten egg so they get that shiny, golden crust after baking.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes till puff pastry is golden and bacon’s crispy.
- Let cool a bit before digging in.
Notes
Store twists in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze uncooked twists for up to 1 month. Reheat in oven or air fryer for crispy results.