# Blueberry Goat Cheese Pastry Twists

These blueberry goat cheese pastry twists are an addictive and easy-to-make holiday appetizer.

- Total time: 45 min
- Cuisine: French
- Category: Drink
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1.5 cups frozen blueberries
- 0.5   lemon juice
- 1   cinnamon stick
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp water
- 1   puff pastry
- 5 oz goat cheese
- 2 tbsp raw sugar
- 2 tsp minced thyme
- 1   lemon zest
- 1   egg
- 1 tbsp water
- flaky sea salt

## Instructions

1. Combine frozen blueberries, cinnamon stick, maple syrup, lemon juice, and water in a small pot.
2. Stir and place over medium heat until bubbling.
3. Lower the heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
4. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
5. Transfer to a container.
6. Lightly flour a piece of parchment paper and roll out the defrosted puff pastry into a large rectangle.
7. Spread the cooled blueberry compote evenly, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
8. Crumble the goat cheese over the blueberries and use an offset spatula to spread it evenly.
9. Fold one side of the puff pastry over, pressing down to seal the edges.
10. Cut into 10-12 slices, about 1/2 inch thick.
11. Hold each slice at both ends and twist in opposite directions.
12. Place the twists on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
13. In a small bowl, whisk the egg + water and brush over the pastry twists.
14. Sprinkle raw sugar, lemon zest, and thyme on top.
15. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown & crispy.

## Equipment

- small pot
- offset spatula
- parchment paper
- baking sheet
- small bowl

## Tips

- Defrost puff pastry overnight in the fridge.
- Cool the blueberry compote completely before using.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) until golden brown and crispy.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/reel/9836753183058405/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/64d394df-2e88-456d-a16a-3e88a648b56b
- Extracted: 2025-05-21

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