Puff Pastry Zucchini Pumpkins

Puff pastry zucchini pumpkins are delicious bites that can be served both as an appetizer and as a snack. They are simple and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

• 1 roll of rectangular puff pastry
• Zucchini pesto (about 2-3 depending on size)
• Stringy cheese (for example, scamorza, mozzarella, or provola) cut into cubes
• 1 egg yolk (to glaze the surface)
• Salt, pepper and spices to taste (for example, oregano or thyme)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a work surface and cut it into strips about 2-3 cm wide.
3. Cut the zucchini into thin rounds or sticks, according to your preference.
4. Prepare cheese cubes the same size as the zucchini.
5. On each strip of puff pastry, place a zucchini round and a cheese cube.
6. Season with salt, pepper and the chosen spices.
7. Roll each strip onto itself, forming the little pumpkins.
8. Place the little pumpkins on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
9. Beat the egg yolk and brush it over each little pumpkin to give a nice golden appearance.
10. Bake the little pumpkins for about 20 minutes or until golden and crispy.

Trivia

Puff pastry is a very versatile dough used in countless sweet and savory preparations. In Italian cuisine, it is often used to create savory pastries and pies. The little pumpkins represent a creative way to transform a few simple ingredients into an appetizing and visually appealing dish.