An Easy, Elegant Appetizer for Brunch, Parties, and Holiday Gatherings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: 25–30 minutes
Servings: 18 pastries
Looking for a simple appetizer that’s both beautiful and delicious? These Strawberry Ricotta Puff Pastry Appetizers combine flaky, buttery puff pastry with creamy ricotta cheese and sweet, juicy strawberries for an elegant bite that’s perfect for brunch, bridal showers, holiday entertaining, or summer gatherings.
With just a handful of ingredients, this recipe comes together quickly and looks like it came straight from a bakery. The best part? It’s easy to customize with your favorite seasonal fruit such as blueberries, peaches, raspberries, or blackberries.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and sugar. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Lightly flour your work surface and gently roll out each sheet of puff pastry.
Cut each sheet into three strips, then cut each strip into three squares, creating nine squares per sheet (18 squares total).
Spread about one teaspoon of the ricotta mixture in the center of each pastry square.
Arrange several slices of fresh strawberries on top of the ricotta.
Bring two opposite corners of each square together and gently overlap them to create a small pastry packet. Pinch lightly to help seal.
Place the pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush each pastry with the beaten egg for a beautiful golden finish.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the puff pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
This versatile recipe works beautifully with many fruits:
Pair these pastries with:
Yes. Assemble the pastries several hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Yes. Freeze the assembled, unbaked pastries on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag and bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Mascarpone or cream cheese can be substituted for ricotta, although ricotta provides a lighter, creamier texture.
