A Herbed Mushroom & Gruyère Pastry Plait is a beautiful savory pastry made with flaky puff pastry filled with sautéed mushrooms, herbs, and nutty Gruyère cheese. It’s perfect for brunch, appetizers, or a light dinner.
🧾 Ingredients
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
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2 cups mushrooms, finely chopped
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup Gruyère cheese, grated
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1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
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1 tsp parsley, chopped
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Mushroom Filling
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add mushrooms and cook 5–7 minutes until moisture evaporates.
Stir in garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
2️⃣ Prepare Pastry
Roll out puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3️⃣ Add Filling
Spread the mushroom mixture down the center and sprinkle Gruyère cheese on top.
4️⃣ Create the Plait
Cut diagonal strips on each side of the pastry and fold them alternately over the filling to create a braided look.
5️⃣ Egg Wash
Brush with beaten egg for a golden crust.
6️⃣ Bake
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
7️⃣ Serve
Let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.
⏱️ Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Cook: 25 minutes
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Total: ~40 minutes
📊 Nutrition (Approx.)
Per slice (6 slices):
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Calories: ~280
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Protein: 9g
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Carbs: 22g
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Fat: 18g
⭐ WW Points: ≈9–10 WW Points per slice
💡 Tips
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Add spinach or caramelized onions for extra flavor.
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Use Swiss cheese if Gruyère isn’t available.
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Sprinkle sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning before baking.