If you’re looking for an easy, quick, and impressive New Year’s Eve appetizer, this puff pastry wreath with salmon and herb cheese is the right recipe. Made with just one puff pastry sheet, it’s super spectacular and perfect to serve on New Year’s Eve or for lunch on January 1st. Crunchy outside, creamy inside, it disappears in minutes… trust me!

✨ Perfect for New Year’s, holiday buffets, and elegant aperitifs.

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Difficulty: Easy
Cost: Economical
Preparation time: 10 Minutes
Portions: 6 People
Cooking methods: Oven
Cuisine: Italian
Seasonality: New Year's, All seasons

Ingredients

1 sheet puff pastry (Rectangular)
3.5 oz spreadable cheese (herb)
5.3 oz smoked salmon
as needed lemon zest
as needed chives
as needed milk

Steps

Preheat the oven to 356°F static (338°F fan).
Unroll the puff pastry and leave it on its parchment paper.
Spread the herb cheese evenly, leaving about 0.8 inches from the edges.
Distribute the smoked salmon on top.
Add grated lemon zest and chopped chives, then a light grind of pepper. Roll the pastry from the long side forming a compact roll.
Let it rest in the freezer for 10 minutes: this way it will firm up and be much easier to cut before braiding it and forming the wreath.
Subsequently, cut the roll in half lengthwise, then braid it with the filling facing up.
Close it into a circle forming the wreath and transfer it to a baking sheet.
Brush with milk and add some pieces of chives on the surface.
Bake on the center rack for 30-35 minutes, until evenly golden brown.

Storage

You can prepare the puff pastry and salmon wreath in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
Once baked, it keeps in the fridge for 1–2 days. Reheat it in the oven for a few minutes before serving.

FAQ

Can I use fresh salmon instead of smoked salmon for this wreath?
Yes, but you will need to cook it slightly first, otherwise it will remain raw inside the pastry.
Can I use fresh salmon instead of smoked salmon for this wreath?
Yes, but you will need to cook it slightly first, otherwise it will remain raw inside the pastry.

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Puff Pastry Wreath with Salmon and Herb Cheese – Easy and Spectacular New Year’s Eve Appetizer

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Steps

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FAQ

Can I use fresh salmon instead of smoked salmon for this wreath?
Yes, but you will need to cook it slightly first, otherwise it will remain raw inside the pastry.

Can I use fresh salmon instead of smoked salmon for this wreath?
Yes, but you will need to cook it slightly first, otherwise it will remain raw inside the pastry.

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Puff Pastry Wreath with Salmon and Herb Cheese – Easy and Spectacular New Year’s Eve Appetizer

Ingredients

Steps

Storage

FAQ

Can I use fresh salmon instead of smoked salmon for this wreath?Yes, but you will need to cook it slightly first, otherwise it will remain raw inside the pastry.

Can I use fresh salmon instead of smoked salmon for this wreath?Yes, but you will need to cook it slightly first, otherwise it will remain raw inside the pastry.

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Can I use fresh salmon instead of smoked salmon for this wreath?
Yes, but you will need to cook it slightly first, otherwise it will remain raw inside the pastry.

Can I use fresh salmon instead of smoked salmon for this wreath?
Yes, but you will need to cook it slightly first, otherwise it will remain raw inside the pastry.