Spellbinders with Devil Eyeballs

Get ready to mesmerize your guests with "Spellbinders with Devil Eyeballs," a spooktacularly festive appetizer perfect for Halloween gatherings and themed parties. These golden, crispy puff pastry twists are dusted with a savory blend of Parmesan, paprika, and garlic, creating an enchanting combination of flavor and crunch. Paired with eerie "devil eyeballs" made from creamy cheese, pitted black olives, and bloodshot red bell pepper veins, this recipe delivers both frightful fun and irresistible taste. Quick to prepare and wickedly creative, this party centerpiece is sure to captivate little goblins and grown-up ghouls alike. Serve these Halloween appetizers warm or at room temperature for a bewitching snack that’s as spooky as it is scrumptious!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 6 whole Black olives, pitted
• 1 small Red bell pepper
• 1 whole Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Unroll the puff pastry sheets onto a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into thin strips, about 1/2-inch wide.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, paprika, and garlic powder. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the puff pastry strips.

Step 4

Twist each strip gently to create a spiral shape, then place them on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 5

In another small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the twisted puff pastry strips lightly with the egg wash.

Step 6

Bake the puff pastry twists in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 7

While the pastry is baking, prepare the 'devil eyeballs.' In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and shredded mozzarella until smooth and well blended.

Step 8

Roll the cream cheese mixture into small 1-inch balls to resemble eyeballs, then press a black olive into the center of each ball to create the 'pupil.'

Step 9

Use a small knife to cut tiny thin slivers of red bell pepper and arrange them around the black olives to mimic bloodshot veins for an extra spooky touch.

Step 10

Arrange the cooled puff pastry 'spellbinders' on a serving platter. Place the 'devil eyeballs' around the twists for a spooky presentation.

Step 11

Serve immediately and watch your guests be spellbound by this ghoulishly delicious treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(736.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2259.5

Total Fat 178.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 602.0mg	0%
Sodium 2816.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 85.1g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 1986.4mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 846.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.4%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 14.8%