These Asparagus Puff Pastry Wraps are one of those recipes that look fancy but are surprisingly easy to pull off. Crisp-tender asparagus gets wrapped in buttery puff pastry and baked until golden and flaky. They’re perfect when you want something simple that still feels special.
These buttery pastry crisps up in the oven while the asparagus stays tender inside, giving you great texture with very little effort. They’re easy enough for a weeknight but nice enough to serve to guests.
Helpful Tips
- Trim the asparagus first so the spears fit neatly inside the pastry and cook evenly. Thicker stalks may need a quick blanch before wrapping.
- Keep the puff pastry cold while working with it. Cold pastry puffs better and is easier to cut and wrap.
- Add flavor if you like by sprinkling on grated Parmesan, garlic powder, or everything bagel seasoning before baking.
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Asparagus Puff Pastry Wraps
Ingredients
- 12-16 ounces asparagus ends trimmed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper for seasoning
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry thawed
- 8 ounces Gruyere cheese shredded
- 12 slices prosciutto
- 1 egg beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the puff pastry out on a floured work surface, to form a large rectangle, double the original size. Square off edges and cut into 6 squares each.
- Toss asparagus in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Fold a piece of prosciutto in half and set it on a puff pastry square. Add 3-4 stalks of asparagus, and a handful of cheese.
- Bring the two opposite corners of the puff pastry squares to the middle and wrap them around the bundle. Press to seal. Brush with egg wash. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake until puff pastry is golden and crisp, about 10-13 minutes.
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Laura is a home cook, with 25 years experience behind the stove, who spends an extraordinary amount of time in the kitchen cooking. She loves making new recipes and finding wonderful new things to eat, both at home or abroad. She spends a lot of time researching, crafting, and perfecting her recipes.