Pin Crispy, golden pastry stars wrapped around tender asparagus spears, these elegant bundles make a delightful appetizer perfect for festive gatherings or springtime meals.
This recipe has become a favorite at family celebrations as everyone loves the flaky pastry and tender asparagus combination.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 24 medium asparagus spears, trimmed
- Pastry: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- Dairy: 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash), 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Seasoning: 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare asparagus:
- Toss the asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using).
- Cut pastry:
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 8 strips, each about 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide and 6 inches (15 cm) long.
- Assemble bundles:
- Gather 3 asparagus spears together and wrap one pastry strip around the middle of each bundle, leaving the tips and ends exposed. Pinch the ends of the pastry strip together at the bottom to form a star-like shape.
- Bake:
- Place the bundles on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
- Serve:
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Pin This recipe always creates a warm family moment when everyone gathers to enjoy these tasty bundles together.
Notes
Serve with a lemon aioli or hollandaise sauce for dipping.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, pastry brush, knife or pastry cutter, small bowl
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (milk, Parmesan cheese). Check puff pastry packaging for additional allergens or potential cross-contamination.
Pin These star shaped asparagus bundle wraps offer an impressive appetizer with minimal effort.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I prepare the asparagus for wrapping?
Trim the asparagus spears and toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optionally garlic powder. This enhances flavor before wrapping in pastry.
- → What is the best pastry to use for wrapping?
Puff pastry works best due to its flaky, golden texture when baked, perfectly complementing the tender asparagus.
- → Can I substitute Parmesan cheese with another cheese?
Yes, hard cheeses like Asiago or Grana Padano can be used for a similar flavor and texture.
- → What temperature and timing are recommended for baking?
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 to 18 minutes until the pastry turns golden and crisp.
- → Are there suggested variations for the vegetable inside the bundles?
Thin green beans or baby carrots can replace asparagus for a different but equally tasty outcome.
- → What dips pair well with these pastry bundles?
Lemon aioli or hollandaise sauce complement the bundles, adding creamy and tangy notes.