Olive Sundried Tomato Stars (Printable version)

Flaky pastry stars topped with olives, sundried tomatoes, and Parmesan for a delicious bite.

# What you need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet (approx. 8.8 oz) ready-rolled puff pastry

→ Topping

02 - 2.1 oz sundried tomatoes in oil, drained and finely chopped
03 - 1.8 oz pitted green olives, finely chopped
04 - 1 oz grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh basil leaves (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out approximately 24 stars and transfer them onto the lined baking tray.
03 - Lightly brush each pastry star with the beaten egg.
04 - In a small bowl, combine chopped sundried tomatoes, olives, and grated Parmesan.
05 - Spoon a small amount of the topping mixture onto the center of each star, pressing gently to adhere.
06 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to cool briefly. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Flaky pastry stars with flavorful toppings
  • Easy and quick to prepare
02 -
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based puff pastry and omit Parmesan or substitute with vegan cheese
  • Swap green olives for black olives for a richer flavor
03 -
  • Make sure to drain sundried tomatoes well to avoid soggy pastry
  • Use fresh herbs for garnish to add bright flavor
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