Description
Cheese Fatayer are a delightful Middle Eastern pastry, featuring a flaky crust enveloping a rich combination of feta and ricotta cheese. These golden-brown treats burst with savory flavors, making them an ideal snack or appetizer for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging on a cozy night, these cheesy pastries will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick; cut into circles using a large cutter.
- In a bowl, mix feta, ricotta, parsley, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place 1 tablespoon of filling onto each pastry circle; fold in half and seal the edges securely.
- Brush each pastry with egg yolk and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg