PESTO FLAKY SNACKS ready in 5 minutes, easy and quick, very tasty, one leads to another — a simple idea as a snack or bread to accompany cured meats and cheeses.
I had my son’s friends at home, a charcuterie board ready, but zero bread. And I didn’t even have puff pastry in the fridge. I looked at the pesto, the flour and in five minutes I kneaded these pesto flaky snacks super quickly using instant leavening. I rolled them out, cut them, baked them… finished while still hot.
This is the clever recipe that saves you when you’re looking for a quick savory snack without long rising. No waiting times, no complicated doughs: just water, flour, pesto and instant baking powder for savory tarts. The result? Pesto flaky snacks — crispy, perfect for aperitifs, buffets or as an alternative to bread.
Follow me in the kitchen — today it’s pesto flaky snacks ready in 5 minutes.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 24 pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons, Spring, Summer and Fall
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups durum wheat flour (or the flour you usually use)
- 4 tablespoons Genovese pesto
- 3.4 fl oz (about 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp) water
- 1/2 packet (about 2 tsp) instant baking powder for savory preparations
Steps
Pour the flour and the baking powder into a bowl, add the pesto (I used the ready-made one I had in the fridge) and add the water little by little.
Mix and continue adding water until the dough comes together.
Move to a floured work surface and knead well until you obtain a smooth, homogeneous dough that doesn’t stick to your hands.
Roll out on the floured surface and cut into pieces of the size you prefer — I made about 24 pieces.
Once cut, roll them out a little more so they get crispier. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a hot convection oven at 392°F for about 8-10 minutes.
They should turn golden; if they start coloring too much lower the oven to 356°F, especially if you put in two trays as I did.
Enjoy! If you like the recipe click the stars at the bottom of the article. THANKS!
PESTO FLAKY SNACKS ready in 5 minutes clever snack
Useful tips for perfect flaky snacks
– Roll the dough thin if you want them crispier.
– If you prefer them softer, leave them slightly thicker.
– Use parchment paper to avoid drying on the bottom.
– You can add sesame seeds or Parmesan on top before baking.
If you’re looking for quick flaky snacks, a pesto recipe ready in 5 minutes, a savory snack without rising or quick bread with instant baking powder, you’re in the right place.
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FAQ PESTO FLAKY SNACKS ready in 5 minutes
Can I use baking powder for sweets?
Yes, but it must not be vanilla-flavored.
Can they be made gluten-free?
Yes, by substituting the flour with a gluten-free mix suitable for savory bakes.
Can I substitute the pesto?
Certainly! You can use tomato puree or olive paste for a different variation.
Can I prepare the pesto flaky snacks in advance?
Yes, they stay good until the next day if well stored.
Can I make them in an air fryer?
Yes, at 356°F for about 10-12 minutes, checking for the desired browning.
