Description
These savory Valentine’s appetizers are perfect for a romantic dinner or a fun gathering. They are easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Mix the cream cheese, basil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture onto half of the puff pastry hearts.
- Top with cherry tomato halves.
- Place another puff pastry heart on top and press the edges to seal.
- Brush the tops with egg wash.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- You can use store-bought puff pastry for convenience.
- Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan before baking for extra flavor.
- These can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 appetizer
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Valentine's appetizers, savory, fun, party food