PARMESAN AND BACON SWIRLS with puff pastry, appetizer or snack ready in 5 minutes, delicious recipe perfect for parties, ideal Christmas aperitif.
The PARMESAN AND BACON SWIRLS with puff pastry are the perfect snack when you crave something tasty but have zero desire to cook! Crunchy, golden, and fragrant, these swirls are one of those “smart” recipes that save your aperitif, last-minute dinner, or an impromptu Christmas buffet. Plus, they are prepared in less than 10 minutes with only three ingredients: puff pastry, bacon, and parmesan.
Fresh out of the oven, the aroma invading the kitchen is wonderful: the melting parmesan, the bacon becoming crispy, and the perfectly golden puff pastry… in short, they disappear from the tray in two minutes! 😋
It’s a recipe I often make, especially during the holidays: a quick and impressive appetizer, loved by everyone (including children) and can be served both warm and at room temperature. Perfect to bring to a friend’s house for an aperitif or to prepare in advance — just warm them up in the oven for a few minutes before serving, and they become fragrant as if freshly made!
Follow me in the kitchen today, there are parmesan and bacon swirls.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Christmas, All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 5 oz bacon
Steps
Place the puff pastry on the work surface and sprinkle with the grated parmesan.
Add the cubed bacon and roll up.
Cut the roll into slices of about 1 inch but do not separate them completely and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes.
Bon appétit
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PARMESAN AND BACON SWIRLS with puff pastry
Smart tips from a blogger in the kitchen:
Use rectangular puff pastry, it’s easier to roll and cut.
Add a touch of rosemary or black pepper to the mix for an even more pronounced aroma.
If you want a more intense flavor, add a bit of smoked scamorza or grated pecorino.
For a “wow effect” aperitif, alternate swirls of bacon and parmesan with swirls of ham and olives.
The PARMESAN AND BACON SWIRLS with puff pastry are the classic smart appetizer: few ingredients, maximum result. Crunchy, cheesy, irresistible. All you need is a puff pastry sheet to bring to the table a savory idea that brings instant joy — perfect for Christmas, New Year’s Eve, or any evening when you want to impress with minimal effort!
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FAQ PARMESAN AND BACON SWIRLS with puff pastry
Can I prepare them in advance?
Yes! You can make them in the morning for the evening, keep them in the fridge already sliced and raw, and bake them at the last moment.
Can they be frozen?
Absolutely yes. Just place them on a tray, freeze them raw, and then bake them directly from frozen: 5 extra minutes of cooking, and they are perfect.
Is it better to use a static or fan oven?
Fan! It puffs up the pastry better and makes them crunchy and evenly golden.
What should I serve with parmesan and bacon swirls?
With a glass of bubbles or a light aperitif: they are the ideal pairing to start a festive lunch or dinner.
