Indulge your taste buds with our delectable Bacon, White Cheddar, Apple Butter, and Smoked Maple Syrup Puff Pastry Appetizer. This irresistible combination of savory bacon, creamy white cheddar, sweet apple butter, and smoky maple syrup will elevate your appetizer game to new heights. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized delights are a flavor-packed sensation that will leave your guests craving more. Elevate your entertaining with this unforgettable culinary experience
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Thick Cut Bacon, Roasted until cooked but tender
- 8 oz White Cheddar, Grated
- 1/4 cup Apple Butter
- 1/8 cup Runamok Pecan Wood Smoked Maple Syrup (sold in store)
- 1 sheet Puff Pastry Dough, cut into 12 squares
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Assembly:
- Lay out all the ingredients separately before starting.
- Building Each Pastry Ball:
- Spread apple butter onto the uncooked puff pastry dough.
- Add chopped bacon, grated white cheddar, and drizzle with smoked maple syrup.
- Folding and Shaping:
- Fold all the edges around the bacon and cheese.
- Wrap the ingredients into a ball.
- Twisting and Baking:
- Twist the edges together to secure the ball shape.
- Place the balls with the twisted side down onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Baking:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Cooling and Serving:
- Allow the pastry balls to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Recipe by Chef Eric Longley