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    Recipes » Appetizers » Puff Pastry Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Jam

    Puff Pastry Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Jam

    Published: May 14, 2019 · Modified: Sep 26, 2022 by Kate Shungu · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Puff Pastry Bites with Goat Cheese and Jam in a mini muffin tin.
    Puff Pastry Bites with Goat Cheese and Jam on a wooden serving platter.
    Puff Pastry Bites with Goat Cheese and Jam on a wooden serving platter.
    Puff Pastry Bites with Goat Cheese and Jam on a wooden serving platter.

    Puff Pastry Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Jam are an easy snack made with just three ingredients! Your guests will adore these bite-size treats.

    bite size puff pastry appetizers with goat cheese and jam inside on a wooden cutting board.

    When I’m in need of a quick appetizer, two options come to mind: dips and puff pastry.

    Dips, like my Hot Reuben Dip or Easy Crab Dip, are always a hit. People love dip all year round and it’s often easy to assemble and serve.

    Puff pastry is also easy to bake and serve, plus it adds an element of “wow”. The end result often looks like it came from a bakery, and these Puff Pastry Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Jam are no exception.

    They have just three ingredients, take about 10 minutes to assemble, and under 20 minutes to bake.

    puff pastry bites with goat cheese and jam on a wooden board

    Top tips

    While these appetizers are easy to make, follow these tips to set yourself up for success:

    • Leave time to defrost the puff pastry. This can be done in the refrigerator overnight, or on the countertop (follow the instructions for defrosting on the box).
    • Remove the puff pastry appetizers quickly after baking. Otherwise, the jam will make them stick to the muffin tin.
    • Immediately soak the muffin tin in soapy water after baking. This makes the muffin tins much easier to clean. (Or just stick them in the dishwasher like I do!)

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    Jump to:
    • Top tips
    • Ingredients
    • How to make puff pastry appetizers
    • Puff Pastry Appetizers: Frequently Asked Questions
    • Make it ahead
    • Storing and reheating
    • Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Recipe
    • Related recipes
    • 💬 Reviews

    Ingredients

    • Defrosted puff pastry. This takes a little bit of advance planning—either defrost in the refrigerator overnight or leave frozen pastry on the counter for 40 minutes to defrost)
    • Jam of your choice. I used a mixture of apricot and strawberry. Raspberry or peach would be delicious, too.
    • Crumbled goat cheese. You can buy a log and crumble it yourself, or buy the already crumbled variety. Blue cheese would be delicious here, too!

    How to make puff pastry appetizers

    Defrost the puff pastry according to package directions.

    Cut the puff pastry into 2×2 inch squares. A pizza wheel is the quickest and easiest way to do this. A knife works, too!

    Cutting puff pastry with pizza wheel

    Next, place the squares in a mini muffin tin. You do not need to grease the tin.

    Puff pastry squares in muffin tin

    Top each square with jam and goat cheese.

    Puff pastry squares in muffin tin topped with goat cheese and jam

    Bake at 400°F for 14–18 minutes. The end result are the sweetest little 1–2 bite appetizers that fly off the buffet table!

    Puff Pastry Bites with Goat Cheese and Jam in a muffin tin

    Use a knife to release the appetizers from the tin immediately after baking. Otherwise, the jam will stick to the tin.

    These are perfect for a bridal shower or baby shower, as an appetizer at a dinner party, or a snack for an outdoor picnic or gathering.

    bite size puff pastry appetizers with goat cheese and jam next to a jar of jam.

    You can also see an easy step-by-step tutorial for these appetizers here!

    Puff Pastry Appetizers: Frequently Asked Questions

    What can I use instead of goat cheese?

    Crumbled blue cheese or crumbled feta are good substitutes for goat cheese. You could also make them with small pieces of brie or cream cheese.

    What other kinds of jam can I use?

    Use any variety of jam that you like. Strawberry, apricot, blackberry, cherry, fig, and orange are all be delicious with goat cheese. I used two varieties of jam (strawberry and apricot) so there would be different colors on the serving board.

    Can I make these if I don’t have a mini muffin tin?

    You can still make these appetizers if you don’t have a muffin tin. To do so, cut the puff pastry into 3-inch squares. Place the squares on a baking sheet. Top with a dollop of jam and a piece of goat cheese. Roll the corners of each appetizer up slightly, so prevent the cheese and jam from falling out. Bake as directed. They will obviously be more flat in appearance, but they will still be pretty and taste delicious.

    Make it ahead

    I recommend making these puff pastry appetizers right before you plan to serve them. Unfortunately, they will get soggy if they are kept in an airtight container overnight.

    You can, however, cut the puff pastry into squares, and place the squares in the muffin tin. Wrap the muffin tin very tightly with plastic wrap (otherwise the puff pastry will dry out) and refrigerate for several hours or up to overnight. When you’re ready to bake them, add the goat cheese and jam, and bake as directed.

    Storing and reheating

    To reheat, place the baked appetizers either back in the muffin tin, or on a sheet pan. Bake in a 350°F oven for 3–4 minutes, or until warm throughout.

    I recommend eating these the same day that you make them. But, you can store any leftover appetizers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will not be as crispy the next day.

    puff pastry appetizers on a wooden board with strawberries for garnish

    Serving suggestions

    These Puff Pastry Appetizers are best enjoyed the day that they are made for maximum crispiness from the puff pastry.

    They can be served either warm from the oven, or at room temperature.

    I love using two different varieties of jam for the same batch. The color contrast on the platter looks beautiful. Feel free to use any variety of jam that you like—any fruit jam would work wonderfully with the goat cheese.

    More puff pastry appetizers:

    • Pigs in a Blanket & Pesto Pinwheels
    • Chicken Salad in Puff Pastry Cups (a reader favorite!)

    More appetizers for your get-together:

    • Reuben Dip
    • Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
    • Bacon Wrapped Meatballs
    • Hot Chicken Salad

    Have you tried this recipe? Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating and/or comment below!

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    puff pastry appetizers with goat cheese and jam on a wooden board

    Puff Pastry Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Jam

    Published by Kate
    Easy to make and just three ingredients, these Puff Pastry Appetizers will be the hit of your next party!
    4.28 from 59 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 18 mins
    Total Time 28 mins
    Course Appetizers
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 bite-size cups
    Calories 69 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 piece (½ of a 17.3 oz box) puff pastry, defrosted according to package directions (I used Trader Joe’s)
    • ¼ cup apricot or strawberry jam (or a mixture of the two)
    • 1 oz crumbled goat cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly flour a countertop or another flat surface. Unroll the defrosted puff pastry on top. Pat the puff pastry gently at the seams to get rid of the creases.
    • Cut the puff pastry into 2×2 inch pieces (I use a pizza cutter for this). Place one square in the cup of a miniature muffin pan and push gently in the middle to form a loose cup. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
    • Fill each cup with ½ teaspoon of jam followed by 1 teaspoon of crumbled goat cheese.
    • Bake for 14–18 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown. Let cool for 1 minute in the pan and then remove promptly, using a knife if necessary to wiggle them free. If you let them sit any longer, some of the jam that has oozed out will harden and cause them to stick to the pan. Serve warm or at room temperature.

    Notes

    Use your favorite jam. I like doing two different jams for variety and for color on the serving tray.
    You can swap in blue cheese, feta, or even pieces of brie or cream cheese for the goat cheese, if you wish! 
    Make it ahead: cut the puff pastry and place the squares in the muffin tin. Tightly wrap the muffin tin with plastic wrap, and refrigerator for up to 1 day. When you’re ready to serve them, add the jam and cheese, and bake as directed. 
    I do not recommend making the whole appetizer ahead of time—the puff pastry will get soggy if it’s stored in an airtight container for any amount of time. 
    Reheat any leftovers on the same day in a 350°F oven for 3–4 minutes.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1pieceCalories: 69kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 31mgPotassium: 9mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword goat cheese, puff pastry bites, puff pastry cups
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    1. Pamy says

      January 01, 2023 at 10:49 am

      5 stars
      Easy fast excellent app!

      Reply
      • Kate Shungu says

        January 02, 2023 at 4:12 pm

        I’m so glad that you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    2. Erica says

      December 18, 2022 at 11:00 am

      I made these lastnight for a holiday party. So easy to make and they were so good, everyone loved them. Thanks for posting an easy & tasty app recipe!

      Reply
      • Kate Shungu says

        December 19, 2022 at 7:39 pm

        I’m so happy to hear that—glad you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    3. Karen L Richards says

      January 02, 2022 at 8:06 pm

      5 stars
      I used green and red pepper jelly with goat cheese and cream cheese. Yummy!

      Reply
      • Kate Shungu says

        January 03, 2022 at 8:19 pm

        Sounds delicious—glad you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    4. Destiny says

      December 22, 2021 at 6:45 am

      Can I use a regular size muffin pan

      Reply
      • Kate Shungu says

        December 22, 2021 at 7:36 pm

        Yes! Cut the dough into 3 or 4 inch squares instead. And use a little more jam and goat cheese per appetizer.

        Reply
    5. Misty says

      June 24, 2021 at 2:14 pm

      Is there an alternate way to make these if we don’t have muffin cups?

      Reply
      • Kate Shungu says

        June 24, 2021 at 9:10 pm

        Definitely—you can just cut the puff pastry into 3-inch squares and dollop the jam on top, then top with goat cheese. Roll the corners up a bit so the toppings don’t fall out. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    6. Kathy says

      March 09, 2021 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      I was looking for a recipe for goat cheese wrapped in puff pastry and this popped up. I decided to give it a try for appetizers for my daughter’s 30th birthday party. This is so easy, tasty, and impressive. I used fig jam (because I love it combined with any cheese) and strawberry habanero for the color variety. I’m wondering how this would be with diced pieces of brie. The advice to get remove them from the tins within a minute or two is excellent! And be sure to rinse or soak the tins immediately afterward for easy clean-up.

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      • Kate Shungu says

        March 09, 2021 at 12:32 pm

        That is so great to hear—thanks, Kathy! And thanks for your helpful feedback on rinsing/soaking the tins. 🙂 I love the idea of trying it with brie!

        Reply

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