Pesto mozzarella puff pastries with air fryer, ready in 15 minutes!

Name: Pesto mozzarella puff pastries with air fryer, ready in 15 minutes!
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 19 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 1 puff pastry; 4 Tbsp green pesto; 3.5 oz grated or diced mozzarella cheese; 1 egg yolk

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Very Easy

19 min

442 Kcal

When you're short on time but still want something tasty, these puff pastries are a sure bet. A little pesto, some mozzarella, puff pastry... and the air fryer does the rest. In just a few minutes, the puff pastry is golden brown on the outside, with a melting, fragrant center. It's a simple, practical recipe that requires almost no preparation. Perfect for a last-minute aperitif, to accompany a salad or to complete a platter to share. Quick, efficient and always appreciated ;)

Ingredients

1 puff pastry
4 Tbsp green pesto
3.5 oz grated or diced mozzarella cheese
1 egg yolk

Materials

Cutting board
Brush

Preparation

Preparation5 min

Cook time14 min

Spread the pesto generously over the puff pastry.
Add the mozzarella on top.
Fold the pastry over to form a roll (if you have a round pastry like this one, you can fold over the protruding edges, but if you have a rectangular puff pastry it's even better!)
Cut slices into rolls about 6-7 cm thick (you can reduce the size if you wish to make more).
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and place the puff pastry rolls on top, spacing them so that they puff up evenly during baking.
Brush with egg yolk and bake for 15 minutes at 370°F/190°C, turning halfway through.
Your rolls are ready, enjoy!

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FAQ ❓

What variations can I make with pesto mozzarella puff pastry?

These puff pastries can easily be adapted to whatever you have on hand. You can add sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, a few pine nuts or a little grated Parmesan to enhance the taste. Green pesto can also be replaced by pesto rosso or arugula pesto for a variety of flavors :)

Can mozzarella be substituted in this recipe?

Yes, mozzarella can be replaced by other melting cheeses such as goat's cheese, scamorza, comté or even a mixture of grated cheeses. The important thing is to choose a cheese that melts well, without giving off too much water, to keep the puff pastry crisp!

How to store pesto mozzarella puff pastry?

Once baked, puff pastry can be stored for up to 48 hours in an airtight container in the fridge. To restore their crispness, simply reheat for a few minutes in the air fryer or oven. Avoid the microwave, which softens the puff pastry.

Can I freeze mozzarella pesto puff pastry?

Yes, these puff pastries freeze well before baking. Simply arrange them on a baking sheet, freeze separately and store in a freezer bag. They can then be cooked directly in the air fryer, without defrosting, by adding a few minutes of cooking time.

What to serve mozzarella pesto puff pastries with?

They're perfect as an aperitif, but can also be served as a starter with a salad or a few crudités!

How can I prevent the puff pastries from going soft after cooking?

To preserve their crispness, leave them to cool on a wire rack after baking, so that the steam can escape. Avoid stacking them while they're still hot, and always reheat them in the oven or air fryer rather than in the microwave.