Best 3 Holiday Appetizer Puffs Recipes

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Holiday appetizer puffs are bite-sized pastries that are perfect for any festive occasion. They are made with a simple dough that is filled with a variety of delicious ingredients. The most popular fillings include cheese, meat, and vegetables, but there are endless possibilities. Some of the recipes in this article include:

* **Cream Cheese and Chive Puffs:** These classic puffs are filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, chives, and garlic.

* **Sausage and Cheddar Puffs:** These hearty and flavorful puffs are filled with sautéed sausage, cheddar cheese, and spices.

* **Spinach and Feta Puffs:** These healthy and delicious puffs are filled with fresh spinach, feta cheese, and a hint of lemon.

* **Caramelized Onion and Brie Puffs:** These sophisticated puffs are filled with a sweet and savory mixture of caramelized onions and brie cheese.

* **Mushroom and Gruyère Puffs:** These earthy and flavorful puffs are filled with sautéed mushrooms, Gruyère cheese, and a touch of white wine.

No matter what your taste, you're sure to find a holiday appetizer puff recipe in this article that you'll love. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake up a batch of these delicious treats.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HOLIDAY APPETIZER PUFFS



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Good things come in little packages with these melt-in-your-mouth holiday appetizers. Besides crabmeat, I've used whipped cream or pudding as the filling to create bite-sized desserts. They're perfect Christmas finger foods!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained and cartilage removed
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon minced chives
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Immediately cut a slit in puffs to allow steam to escape. When cool, split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the remaining filling ingredients. Just before serving, spoon filling into puffs; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 369mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

HOLIDAY APPETIZER PUFFS



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Make and share this Holiday Appetizer Puffs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Christmas

Time 15m

Yield 18 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 sheet puff pastry (1/2 of 17.5 oz package)
2 tablespoons olive oil
paprika or green sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425º.
  • Roll pastry on lightly floured surgace to 13x13 square.
  • Cut into shapes with cookie cutters (simple shapes work best).
  • Place on ungreased baking sheets.
  • Brush cut-outs lightly with oil.
  • Decorate with desired toppings.
  • Bake 6-8 minutes or until golden.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.5, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 34, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1

HOLIDAY APPETIZER PUFFS



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Make and share this Holiday Appetizer Puffs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Scarlett516

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, drained and cartlidge removed
1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
1 tablespoon snipped chives
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water, butter, and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until the mixture is smooth and shiny.
  • Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks. Immediately slit puffs to allow steam to escape.
  • When cool, split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside.
  • In a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in remaining filling ingredients. Just before serving, spoon filling into puffs; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.4, Fat 57, SaturatedFat 31.8, Cholesterol 369, Sodium 1193.4, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.9, Protein 25.6

Tips:

  • For a crispy puff, use cold butter and handle the dough as little as possible.
  • Don't overfill the puffs, or they'll burst open in the oven.
  • Bake the puffs until they're golden brown and puffed up.
  • If you're making the puffs ahead of time, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, bake them at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until they're heated through.
  • Get creative with your fillings! You can use anything from savory ingredients like cheese, ham, and vegetables to sweet ingredients like fruit, chocolate, and nuts.

Conclusion:

These holiday appetizer puffs are the perfect way to start your holiday party. They're easy to make, delicious, and can be filled with a variety of ingredients to suit your taste. So get creative and have fun with them! Your guests will love them.

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