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Crispy Cheese Pogácsa Bites

Fluffy, savory Hungarian cheese pastries with a golden, crispy exterior. Baked fresh in 15 minutes—perfect for snacking or a light dinner with pickles and sour cream.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
380
Protein
12g
Crispy Cheese Pogácsa Bites
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Ingredients

  • 1 sheet (9 oz) puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar or Hungarian cheese, grated
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional)
  • ½ tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Mix grated cheese, sour cream, caraway seeds, and paprika in a bowl until combined.

  3. 3

    Spread cheese filling evenly over the thawed puff pastry sheet, leaving a 0.5-inch border.

  4. 4

    Roll pastry tightly from one long side into a log, then cut into 1-inch pieces.

  5. 5

    Place pieces cut-side up on the sheet pan. Brush tops with beaten egg.

  6. 6

    Bake for 12–14 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Serve warm with sour cream and pickles.

Tools you’ll need

  • sheet pan
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon or spatula
  • pastry brush
  • oven

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