Terribly Impressive Chorizo Puffs

Elevate your appetizer game with these *Terribly Impressive Chorizo Puffs*—a crowd-pleasing finger food that balances rich, savory flavors with golden, flaky pastry perfection. This easy-to-follow recipe combines perfectly spiced chorizo, creamy texture from softened cream cheese, and a sharp cheddar kick, all enhanced with spring onions and a hint of smoked paprika. Encased in buttery puff pastry and lightly brushed with a glossy egg wash, these irresistible puffs bake to golden crispiness in just 20 minutes. Perfect for entertaining, these mini delights are as visually stunning as they are mouthwatering, making them an ideal choice for parties, gatherings, or a sophisticated snack. Serve warm or at room temperature, and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 sheets puff pastry sheets (thawed, if frozen)
• 200 grams chorizo (raw or cured, finely diced)
• 150 grams cream cheese (softened)
• 100 grams sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
• 2 stalks spring onions (finely chopped)
• 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the diced chorizo, softened cream cheese, grated cheddar cheese, spring onions, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.

Step 3

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out one sheet of puff pastry into a square, if it’s not pre-rolled. Cut each puff pastry sheet into 6 equal rectangles (for a total of 12 rectangles).

Step 4

Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the chorizo filling onto one half of each rectangle, leaving a small margin around the edges.

Step 5

Fold the empty half of the puff pastry over the filling, creating a smaller rectangle. Press the edges together with a fork to seal them tightly.

Step 6

Place the assembled puffs on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.

Step 7

Brush the tops of the puffs with the beaten egg for a shiny, golden finish.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife, lightly score the tops of the puffs with small slits to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the puffs are golden and flaky.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2474.2

Total Fat 203.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 611.2mg	0%
Sodium 5403.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 99.0g	0%

Vitamin D 62.4IU	0%
Calcium 978.8mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1253.8mg	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: 73.5%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 10.6%