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Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid

Mouthwatering Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid Recipe

This Mushroom & Gruyère Puff Pastry Braid is a savory appetizer that combines earthy mushrooms and creamy Gruyère in a flaky pastry.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 8 oz Cremini Mushrooms The star ingredient, lending an earthy flavor.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Provides a sweet base flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds depth and richness.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Perfect for sautéing.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Infuses a lovely aroma.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese Offers a creamy texture.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Brings savoriness to the mix.
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Melts wonderfully.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Adds a pleasant tang.
Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry The essential blanket for your filling.
  • 1 large Egg For wash.
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Brightens up the dish.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter with a splash of olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Sauté diced yellow onion until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
  4. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; sauté until mushrooms are browned (about 8 minutes).
  5. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Mix in cream cheese, Parmesan, and Dijon mustard until creamy, then fold in Gruyère cheese.
  7. Roll out puff pastry into a rectangle and make 8 diagonal cuts on each side.
  8. Spread the mushroom mixture down the center; fold over the pastry strips to create a braid.
  9. Brush with beaten egg and transfer to the baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
  11. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with additional ingredients like spinach or nuts for a unique flavor.

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