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Cheese & Bacon Pastry Carrots

Cheese & Bacon Pastry Carrots: A Savory Easter Delight

Delight your guests with these whimsical Cheese & Bacon Pastry Carrots, combining creamy Gouda and crispy bacon for a perfect appetizer.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 carrots
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or half-and-half for richer texture
  • 2 tablespoons Butter unsalted for better control of saltiness
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour whole wheat flour can be used for a nutty flavor
  • 4 slices Bacon or turkey bacon for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Gouda Cheese cheddar or Fontina as substitutes
  • 2 tablespoons Chives or green onions as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Dijon mustard is an alternative
  • to taste Salt & Pepper adjust to taste
Pastry Ingredients
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry phyllo dough can be used as an alternative
  • 1 egg Egg Wash made with whole eggs or just egg whites
Decoration Ingredients
  • as needed Curly Lettuce any leafy greens can work as an alternative
  • as needed Ice Cream Cones or Stainless Steel Molds serves as a mold for the puff pastry

Equipment

  • medium skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Baking pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Ice Cream Cones
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium skillet, heat over medium heat and add diced bacon. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bacon becomes slightly crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease.
  2. In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually stir in 1 cup of whole milk, continuing to whisk until thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  3. To the thickened mixture, add the sautéed bacon, 1 cup of shredded Gouda cheese, 2 tablespoons of chopped chives, 1 tablespoon of mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine and allow to cool.
  4. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8-inch thickness and cut into long strips, about 1-inch wide. Brush each strip with melted butter.
  5. Wrap each pastry strip around the greased ice cream cones or molds, overlapping slightly and securing with a dab of water.
  6. Place the wrapped cones in a baking pan and brush with egg wash. Bake for about 20 minutes or until puffy and golden brown.
  7. After baking, allow to cool for a few minutes. Carefully fill each pastry with the cheese and bacon mixture and garnish with curly lettuce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1carrotCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure edges of the pastry are sealed well and allow filling to cool before filling pastry. Use high-quality ingredients for best taste.

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