These Cheesy Puff Pastry Stars make a super easy appetizer for Christmas parties and a great festive snack for kids too!
If you are entertaining over the festive season then I’ve got the perfect Christmas snack for you!
So easy to make with just three ingredients both adults and kids will love these Cheesy Puff Pastry Stars.
I used shop bought puff pastry to make these stars but you can of course make your own too.
I’ve kept the flavour simple with just some cheddar cheese but you could also add a sprinkling of dried herbs or paprika for a little kick.
These stars taste delicious fresh from the oven but you can also make them ahead. Just be sure to keep them in an airtight container to stop the pastry from getting soft.
If you try this recipe please do let me know what you think. Or tag me in a picture on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. I’d love to see your pictures!
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Cheesy Puff Pastry Stars
Prep Time: 10 mins- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 8 1x
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: European
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These Cheesy Puff Pastry Stars make a super easy appetizer for Christmas parties and a great festive snack for kids too!
Ingredients
- 375g ready rolled puff pastry sheet
- 1 egg
- 50g grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180c and line a baking sheet with greaseproof paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet onto a floured surface. Use a star shaped cookie cutter to cut out individual pastry pieces and place them on the baking sheet. Using the egg, apply a thin layer of egg wash to the top of each pasty star and then top with a little cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until the stars are golden.
- Serve immediately or keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
If you enjoyed this recipe, you might also like my Turkey, Cranberry & Brie Rolls
Judy says
Can I substitute phyllo pastry for puff pastry?
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Vicky says
Good morning, we wouldn’t advise using phyllo as a substitute as you wouldn’t get the correct texture. But if you do give them a go, please let us know how they turn out.
Gina King says
LOVE LOVE LOVE these. I can’t get over how something so simple can be so tasty! My entire family rave about these every year and now think I’m an amazing cook ;0
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Myles Terry says
Very easy to follow
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Josie says
I can see why these won a Pinterest award! I can’t empathise enough how much my family and friends love these!! Great for using us leftover puff pastry when I am making other things too.
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Cathie says
Just made these. I’d add a little salt to them, but they’re fun!
June King says
Get ahead by freezing these in a flat layer, either cooked or uncooked. Much fresher than being in a container for a day or two.
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MommasaurusMott says
How big was the cookie cutter? I really want to make this!
Ciara Attwell says
You can use any size that you have. All sizes will work!
Sarah (@tamingtwins) says
Oh would you look at that little face! What a beaut’! I will definitely try these. Thanks so much for sharing with #FestiveFoodFriday.
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Ciara Attwell says
Thanks Sarah, hope you enjoy them! x
Kerry at Kerry Cooks says
Ooh I bet these are so yummy! Thanks so much for linking up with #festivefoodfriday!
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Ciara Attwell says
They are so good. Thanks Kerry!
Jane says
Can I substitute the Cheddar cheese with Almond cheese? I’m lactose intolerant so I really avoid dairy products.
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Ciara Attwell says
I’m sure that should work ok. Let me know how it turns out!