Delight your senses with these irresistible Blue Cheese Asparagus Rollups—an elegant yet fuss-free appetizer perfect for any gathering. Crisp, golden puff pastry envelopes tender asparagus spears, blanched to perfection for a vibrant bite, while a creamy mix of tangy blue cheese and smooth cream cheese adds a bold, savory depth. Enhanced with a touch of salt and black pepper, these rollups are brushed with an egg wash for a glossy, bakery-quality finish. Ready in under an hour, they’re ideal for serving warm at brunches, holiday parties, or as an upscale snack. Impress your guests with this show-stopping recipe that pairs flavor and sophistication beautifully!
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Bring a pot of water to a boil, and blanch the asparagus by boiling it for 1-2 minutes until bright green but still slightly crisp. Drain and immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Pat dry with paper towels.
Lightly flour a clean work surface, and roll out the puff pastry sheets to smooth out any creases. Cut each sheet into 6 equal rectangles, yielding a total of 12 rectangles.
In a small bowl, mix together the blue cheese and cream cheese until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
Spoon a dollop of the cheese mixture (about 1 teaspoon) onto one of the short edges of each puff pastry rectangle. Place one blanched asparagus spear on top of the cheese mixture.
Roll each pastry rectangle around the asparagus spear, starting from the cheese-topped edge and rolling toward the opposite side. Place the rollups seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with the water to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the tops and sides of the rollups to help them turn golden brown as they bake.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and flaky.
Remove the rollups from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Serving size | 468.4 grams (468.4g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1222 |
Total Fat 89.00g | 114% |
Saturated Fat 40.70g | 204% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g | |
Cholesterol 322mg | 107% |
Sodium 2436mg | 106% |
Total Carbohydrate 69.30g | 25% |
Dietary Fiber 5.90g | 21% |
Total Sugars 5.80g | |
Protein 41.50g | 83% |
Vitamin D 68IU | 340% |
Calcium 654mg | 50% |
Iron 7mg | 41% |
Potassium 785mg | 17% |
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