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Delicious and flaky Puff Pastry Cheese Pockets made with buttery puff pastry and melty cheese filling. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or quick meal, these pockets are easy to make and customizable with various cheeses, herbs, and fillings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or favorite blend)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs like oregano or parsley (optional)
  • 1 egg, beaten, for egg wash
  • Flour for dusting work surface

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Lightly dust work surface with flour. Roll out puff pastry slightly to smooth creases.
  3. Cut puff pastry into 4×4 inch squares (adjust size as desired).
  4. Place a generous handful of shredded cheese in the center of each square. Sprinkle with garlic powder and dried herbs if using.
  5. Fold the pastry over cheese to form a triangle or rectangle. Press edges firmly with a fork to seal.
  6. Brush tops of pockets lightly with beaten egg to achieve golden shine when baked.
  7. Place pockets on baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving to avoid hot cheese burns.

Notes

Do not overfill pockets to prevent cheese leakage., Seal edges tightly with a fork to keep pockets neat., Egg wash creates a golden, shiny crust., Try mixing different cheeses such as cheddar, mozzarella, gouda, fontina, or pepper jack., Optional additions include fresh herbs (basil, parsley, thyme, rosemary), sautéed mushrooms, spinach, cooked meats (sausage, ham, chicken), and spices (red pepper flakes, jalapeños)., Can be served with marinara sauce or ranch for dipping., Store finished pockets in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days., Freeze uncooked pockets on a baking sheet then transfer to freezer bag for make-ahead convenience; bake from frozen with extra time., Reheat leftover pockets in oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness., Microwave reheating is possible but reduces crisp texture.

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