Cheese Sambousek
This cheese sambousek is a modern, easy twist on the classic recipe. It requires only two ingredients (puff pastry and cream cheese) and can be ready in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect side dish for a family gathering or holiday party.
Ingredients
- 1 Bag Puff Pastry Dough
- 8 oz. Cream Cheese
- 1 Teaspoon Neutral oil (for greasing or use parchment paper)
Instructions
- 1
Thaw the Dough take it out of the freezer and let it thaw at room temperature for about 1 hour before you start working. This will make the dough easier to handle.
- 2
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 380°F (190°C).
- 3
On a lightly floured surface, cut each pastry sheet into four smaller squares, giving you manageable pieces for filling.
- 4
Place about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese in the center of each square. Be careful not to overfill to prevent the cheese from leaking.
- 5
Fold each square into a triangle, enclosing the filling. Press the edges firmly to seal, using your fingers or a fork to crimp the edges securely. This step ensures the cream cheese stays inside while baking.
- 6
Arrange the triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 7
Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the sambousek turn golden brown an
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