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Baked Gruyère in Pastry with Rosemary and Garlic Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Baked Gruyère in pastry with rosemary and garlic is a rich, savory appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings or elegant entertaining. Creamy Gruyère cheese is wrapped in golden puff pastry with fragrant rosemary and roasted garlic, creating a warm, melty center encased in a crisp, buttery shell. Serve with crackers, fresh fruit, or crusty bread for an irresistible centerpiece.

Ingredients

Pastry

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)

Cheese and Filling

  • 8 oz Gruyère cheese (cut into a round or block)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon roasted garlic (or 1 clove garlic, minced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Finishing

  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
  • Optional: honey or fig jam for serving
  • Crackers or baguette slices for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the pastry-wrapped cheese.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a small skillet, heat olive oil over low heat and gently sauté the garlic and rosemary for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. If using pre-roasted garlic, skip this step.
  3. Prepare Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smooth it out and create even thickness.
  4. Assemble Cheese and Filling: Place the Gruyère cheese in the center of the rolled pastry. Spoon the rosemary-garlic mixture evenly over the cheese.
  5. Wrap and Seal: Fold the pastry over the cheese, trimming any excess pastry and sealing the edges by pinching or tucking the dough underneath to fully enclose the cheese.
  6. Egg Wash: Brush the entire outer pastry surface, including the top and sides, with the beaten egg to ensure a golden, glossy finish during baking.
  7. Bake: Place the wrapped cheese seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let the baked Gruyère rest for 5 minutes before cutting. Serve warm accompanied by crackers, apple slices, or a drizzle of honey or fig jam as desired.

Notes

  • Gruyère melts beautifully but holds its shape better than Brie, making it perfect for slicing into wedges.
  • You can substitute Gruyère with Fontina or Emmental for a similar flavor and melt.
  • Prepare the wrapped pastry ahead of time and bake just before serving for convenience.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/baked-gruyere-in-pastry-with-rosemary-and-garlic-recipe/