Couronne de Rouleaux Puff Pastry (Printer-Friendly)

Savory puff pastry rolls filled with herbed cheese and vegetables, baked in a festive crown shape.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 17.6 oz ready-made puff pastry (2 sheets)

→ Filling

02 - 7 oz cream cheese
03 - 3.5 oz grated Gruyère cheese
04 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
05 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
06 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
07 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
08 - 1 small zucchini, finely diced
09 - 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
10 - 1 tbsp milk
11 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
12 - 1/2 tsp salt

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Gruyère, chives, parsley, garlic, red bell pepper, zucchini, salt, and black pepper until evenly mixed.
03 - Roll out puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 6 rectangles, resulting in 12 rectangles total.
04 - Place a heaping tablespoon of filling along the long edge of each rectangle. Roll tightly and pinch seams to seal.
05 - Position the rolls seam-side down in a circle on the prepared baking tray, overlapping slightly to form a crown shape.
06 - Combine egg yolk with milk and brush the mixture over the rolls to ensure a golden crust.
07 - Bake for 25 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Serve the crown arrangement for guests to pull apart and enjoy.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Elegant crown presentation perfect for festive occasions.
  • Vegetarian-friendly with a creamy herbed cheese and vegetable filling.
  • Easy to share and pull apart, encouraging a communal dining experience.
  • Quick preparation using ready-made puff pastry for convenience.
  • Golden, flaky texture paired with flavorful fillings that delight the palate.
02 -
  • Use fresh herbs to brighten the filling’s flavor.
  • Chill the assembled rolls briefly before baking to help them keep their shape.
  • Line the baking tray with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  • Brush the egg wash evenly to ensure an attractive, shiny crust.
  • Let the rolls cool slightly to avoid burning, but serve while still warm for best taste.
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