Wow your guests with golden, flaky palmiers packed with rich, savory fillings. Perfect as appetizers or snacks, they’re simple to prepare and bursting with unique flavor.
An easy appetizer with puff pastry for any occasion from game night or birthday party, to Christmas or New Year’s Eve party.
Ready in 35 minutes!
How to make savory palmiers
Shopping list:
- Puff pastry – 1 sheet that weighs ½ pound or slightly more.
- Apricot jam – You can use homemade apricot jam or store-bought. In winter, a great alternative would be cranberry sauce or Christmas jam.
- Apples – Use any apples you like. Red Delicious, Gala, Golden Delicious and Fuji are great choices.
- Blue cheese – The combo of blue cheese and apples makes for a tasty filling. Don’t substitute it with other kind. If you want, then perhaps try other puff pastry appetizers like bacon and cheddar pinwheels instead.
Kitchen tools and utensils:
- Spoon – You will need something to spread the jam over the pastry. You can use a pastry brush, but a spoon will do just fine.
- Large knife – Preferably a serrated knife but a Chef’s knife can be used too.
- Medium mixing bowl and fork – To mix the filling.
- Cheesecloth – Or a clean textile kitchen towel to squeeze out the juice from apples.
- Baking sheet/tray & parchment paper – Or use a silicone mat if you have one!
Quick overview
The prep itself is quite fast and takes about 10-15 minutes. That is why it is best to start with preheating your oven. You don’t want to be wasting any time.
A layer of apricot jam, a layer of blue cheese and grated apples, rolled into ears-like shape and sliced.
Baking is quick so make sure to keep an eye on these appetizers when making them for the first time.
Note: A full printable recipe card for savory palmiers is at the bottom of this post.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, it is. It tastes better and is more tear-proof (easier to handle) than the one made with shortening.
No, you don’t. It depends on the recipe itself. Some baked goods look better with the egg wash while others don’t really need it at all.
Yes, you can. Prep, bake and cool them down completely. Flash-freeze for 30-60 minutes on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-friendly container.
No, you can eat them cold.
Julia’s tips
For most of my puff pastry recipes, I like to use chilled puff pastry sheet. This comes ready-rolled so all I do is unfold/unroll it. I don’t have to roll it out as it is thin enough, perfectly ready for making any kind of puff pastry appetizers. If you don’t have such in your local store or you prefer working with frozen pastry, then simply do so. Just make sure you follow the package instructions when thawing it.
Our favorite puff pastry recipes:
- Mango Chicken Puffs – Always a crowd’s pleaser and perfect for any gathering or celebration whether it be a Christmas party, New Year’s Eve party, game night or birthday. Easily made ahead, this is one of the chicken appetizers that always disappear fast from your table.
- Ham and Cheese Pockets – A favorite Irish breakfast/snack, these rich puff pastry pockets are great for kids’ school lunches as well!
- Salmon in Puff Pastry – A delicious meal for any occasion!
- Cinnamon Rolls – These soft, cinnamon-filled rolls are air-fried to perfection, making them a quick and easy snack or breakfast treat.
- Blueberry Danish Pinwheels – Flaky pastry with a sweet blueberry filling, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack!
Savory Palmiers
Ingredients
- 2 apples large, grated, see note 1
- 5 ounces blue cheese 140 grams
- 1 puff pastry sheet see note 2
- 3 tablespoons apricot jam see note 3
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated apples and crumbled blue cheese. Use a fork to crush any large cheese pieces. Set aside.
- Unroll the pastry onto a sheet of baking paper. Spread a thin layer of apricot jam over and top it with the blue cheese mixture. Make sure it is evenly distributed.
- If your pastry is a rectangle, make sure the longer side is facing you. Take the bottom end of the pastry and fold towards the middle, but only halfway. Repeat with the top side. Again, take the bottom but this time fold the ends right towards the middle. When you've done this, take a knife and carefully cut the "sausage" into approximately ½ inch (1.5 centimeters) slices.
- Transfer them onto a baking tray lined with baking paper. Bake at 400 Fahrenheit (200 Celsius) for 15-20 minutes or until nicely puffed and golden brown.
- Best enjoyed warm!
Notes
- You can use any apples you like: Fuji, Gala, Golden Delicious, Red Delicious…
- In my puff pastry recipes, I often use chilled ready-rolled pastry sheets. The weight can vary from brand to brand, but it is about 10 ounces (270 grams). You can use frozen puff pastry if you like that one. You will probably need to roll it out. A rectangle of 12×10 inches (30×25 centimeters) would be a great size.
- 2 to 3 tablespoons of jam should be enough to cover your pastry with a thin layer. If not, add a little bit more.
Just Jo says
Oh I am definitely a “hoover up as many canapes as you can fit into your gob at once” sort of canape eater lol ;) I do make my own puff pastry and in fact, rather than freezing it in blocks I’ve taken to rolling it into sheets and freezing rolled up, just like the storebought versions. I must have a go of your blue cheese palmiers as I have two rolls ready to go in the freezer as we type!
(If you do ever fancy making it yourself, do take a peek at my recipe – it’s foolproof and fun to make to boot :D)
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Haha… I like your “canape eating style”! Wow. I admire you for making your own puff pastry. I must try it one day! I will definitely check out your recipe.
Christine says
What a perfect appetizer! I love the step by step tutorial which is so helpful.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Thanks Christine! Glad you found the step by step photos helpful!
Willow says
The flavors in these sound amazing! I love palmiers, but I’ve never had a savory one before. I’m used to them being very simple cinnamon and sugar, or a bit of jam. These sound divine, and like the perfect appetizer for game day! Thank you for the inspiration!
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Thanks a lot! :) The sweet version of palmiers has been on my list for a while now but haven’t gotten round to it yet. Like the jam idea.
Michelle says
These WILL be happening at my Super Bowl commercial-watching party! I love the flavor combination.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Thank you! Let me know what you think once you’ve tried them! :)
Sandra says
These palmiers look so good and pretty too! The sweet with savory flavors makes my tastebuds go wild. Lovely recipe. Pinning so I can make this for my ladies night in gathering.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Thanks a lot, Sandra! Hope you’ll enjoy them as much as we did! :)