Store-Bought Puff Pastry, 19 Chef-Level Recipes

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One box of puff pastry, endless chaos (the delicious kind). This golden, buttery miracle somehow turns into bacon-wrapped date twists, strawberry galettes, Monte Cristo pinwheels, and puff pastry waffles without breaking a sweat. We’re talking butternut squash tarts, cherry turnovers, and yes—even spicy chicken pockets that feel way fancier than they should. Whether you are air-frying dumplings or wrapping asparagus like it’s headed to prom, these recipes are here to prove that frozen puff pastry is your new secret weapon!

Bacon Wrapped Date and Goat Cheese Pastry Twists.

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Bacon Wrapped Dates and Goat Cheese Pastry Twists | halfbakedharvest.com
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These Bacon Wrapped Date and Goat Cheese Pastry Twists are the perfect appetizer for any holiday gathering. The combination of sweet dates, tangy goat cheese, and salty bacon is simply irresistible. Plus, they’re quick and easy to make, so you can spend more time enjoying your guests.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Date and Goat Cheese Pastry Twists.

Prosciutto Wrapped Baked Brie in Pastry.

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This Prosciutto Wrapped Baked Brie in Pastry is the perfect appetizer for holiday entertaining! A wheel of brie is topped with honey, fig preserves, and prosciutto, then baked in puff pastry until golden brown. Serve with crackers or baguette slices for a crowd-pleasing dish.
Get the Recipe: Prosciutto Wrapped Baked Brie in Pastry.

Pigs In a Puff Pastry Blanket

puff pastry pigs in a blanket on baking tray
Photo credit: Foodie Crush

These aren’t your average pigs in a blanket! Flaky puff pastry elevates this classic appetizer, making it perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to holiday celebrations. Serve with your favorite mustard and fresh herbs for a touch of elegance.
Get the Recipe: Pigs In a Puff Pastry Blanket

Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish Braid

raspberry cream cheese breakfast braid cut into slices with almond glaze drizzled on top.
Photo credit: Two Peas and Their Pod

This Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish Braid is the perfect recipe to add to your breakfast or brunch menu. It is made with store-bought puff pastry and filled with a delicious raspberry cream cheese filling. The recipe is easy to follow and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish Braid

Butternut Squash & Mushroom Tart

butternut squash tart slices on plate
Photo credit: Sally’s Baking Recipes

This savory butternut squash and mushroom tart is perfect for fall gatherings. Puff pastry is topped with roasted vegetables, herbs, and parmesan cheese for an easy and impressive appetizer. It’s also a great vegetarian option for Thanksgiving!
Get the Recipe: Butternut Squash & Mushroom Tart

Homemade Sausage Rolls

A plate filled with golden-brown homemade sausage rolls. The rolls are flaky and baked to a crisp, revealing a savory filling. They are arranged in a pile on a white plate, with a glossy sheen on the pastry.
Photo credit: Erren’s Kitchen

These Homemade Sausage Rolls are the perfect savory treat! Flaky puff pastry is wrapped around a delicious pork sausage filling, creating an appetizer that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. They’re ideal for parties, game day, or any holiday gathering.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Sausage Rolls

Easy Strawberry Galette

the baked Strawberry Galette cooling on a cooling rack.
Photo credit: Erren’s Kitchen

This Easy Strawberry Galette is a rustic and delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion! Fresh strawberries are combined with a hint of orange zest and vanilla, then baked in a flaky puff pastry crust. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.
Get the Recipe: Easy Strawberry Galette

Strawberry ‘Almond Croissant’ Puff Pastry Tarts

Rectangular pastries topped with sliced strawberries, almond flakes, and powdered sugar are arranged on a white surface. A cup and a whole strawberry are also partially visible in the corner.
Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

These strawberry puff pastry tarts by Ambitious Kitchen taste just like an almond croissant! They’re easy to make and perfect for summer parties and brunches. The recipe is also dairy-free, kid-friendly, and vegetarian.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry ‘Almond Croissant’ Puff Pastry Tarts

Cronut

Two cronuts, one bitten to reveal the fluffy, layered interior.
Photo credit: Chelsea’s Messy Apron

These easy cronuts use store-bought puff pastry dough to create flaky, tender pastries in under 30 minutes! Top these sweet treats with cinnamon sugar or a powdered sugar glaze for a delicious dessert or breakfast. This recipe makes 6 large cronuts and 6 donut holes.
Get the Recipe: Cronut

Puffy Pastry Wrapped Asparagus Rolls

Golden-brown pastry-wrapped asparagus spears arranged neatly on a white plate, showcasing a crispy, flaky texture.
Image Credit: Lil’ Luna

Puff Pastry Wrapped Asparagus Rolls bring the crunch and the class—ridiculously easy, wildly tasty, and ready to upstage your main dish.

To learn more: Puffy Pastry Wrapped Asparagus Rolls

Spicy Chicken Puff Pastry

Golden-brown pastry filled with seasoned meat and vegetables, sliced to reveal the hearty filling, served with gravy on a blue plate.
Image Credit: Kitchen Gone Rogue

Spicy Chicken Puff Pastry brings the heat wrapped in flaky goodness—bold, buttery, and begging to be the star of snack time.

To learn more: Spicy Chicken Puff Pastry

Air Fryer Apricot Apple Cinnamon Dumplings

A stack of golden-brown pastry balls filled with apples and spices, with one cut open to reveal the delicious filling inside.
Image Credit: Xoxo Bella

Air Fryer Apricot Apple Cinnamon Dumplings are little pockets of fruity magic—crispy, cozy, and bursting with sweet-spiced goodness in every bite.

To learn more: Air Fryer Apricot Apple Cinnamon Dumplings

Monte Cristo Pinwheels

A plate of golden, swirled pastries dusted with powdered sugar, served with a small bowl of raspberry jam.
Image Credit: Lil’ Luna

Monte Cristo Pinwheels roll up all the sweet and savory magic of the classic sandwich—melty, meaty, and made to impress with half the mess.

To learn more: Monte Cristo Pinwheels

Dill Pickle Puff Pastry Appetizers

A platter of golden-brown, herb-infused baked pastries arranged neatly on a light wooden table.
Image Credit: Flavorful Eats

Dill Pickle Puff Pastry Appetizers bring the crunch and the sass—briny, buttery bites that disappear faster than you can say “pickle, please.”

To learn more: Dill Pickle Puff Pastry Appetizers

Puff Pastry Waffles

A stack of golden waffles topped with raspberries, whipped cream, and syrup, served on a plate with fresh raspberries in a bowl.
Image Credit: Xoxo Bella

Puff Pastry Waffles flip the breakfast game—crispy, buttery layers that make you wonder why you never thought of this crispy, golden genius before.

To learn more: Puff Pastry Waffles

Asparagus Puff Pastry with Boursin

An asparagus cheese tart with green asparagus spears arranged on a puff pastry crust, featuring creamy Boursin.
Image Credit: Not Entirely Average

Asparagus Puff Pastry with Boursin is where crisp meets creamy—fresh spears, herby cheese, and golden layers that feel way fancier than the effort suggests.

To learn more: Asparagus Puff Pastry with Boursin

Broccoli Cheese Puffed Pizza

A close-up of a golden-brown puff pastry topped with baked broccoli, cheese, and herbs, served on parchment paper.
Image Credit: Erica’s Recipes

Broccoli Cheese Puffed Pizza Pie takes pizza night to new heights—crispy, cheesy, and packed with broccoli goodness, it’s as easy as it is impressive for weeknight dinners or weekend parties.

To learn more: Broccoli Cheese Puffed Pizza

Easy Braided Breakfast Pastry

A close-up of flaky, twisted pastry sticks filled with creamy cheese, resting on parchment paper with a blurred background.
Image Credit: Will Cook For Smiles

Easy Braided Breakfast Pastry weaves together buttery layers and sweet filling for a breakfast treat that looks bakery-fancy with half the effort.

To learn more: Easy Braided Breakfast Pastry

Cherry Turnovers

Flaky pastry triangles filled with dark cherry filling, drizzled with white icing, and accompanied by fresh cherries on the side.
Image Credit: Cheerful Cook

Cherry Turnovers bring a pop of tart-sweet joy wrapped in golden, flaky pastry—basically dessert’s way of saying “you deserve this.”

To learn more: Cherry Turnovers

About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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