Save to Pinterest Delightful, whimsical snacks shaped like flowers, perfect for childrens parties or a magical afternoon tea. These colorful, vegetable-based bites are as beautiful as they are delicious.
I first made these flower shaped snacks for my daughters birthday party and they were a huge hit with all the children and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Base: 1 sheet puff pastry (approx 250 g) thawed, 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Cream Cheese Filling: 150 g cream cheese softened, 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, 1/2 tsp lemon zest, Salt and pepper to taste
- Decorations: 1 small carrot peeled, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1/2 cucumber, 6 cherry tomatoes, Edible flowers (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 0.5 cm thickness. Use flower-shaped cookie cutters to cut out 20 flowers.
- Step 3:
- Place the pastry flowers on the prepared baking sheet. Brush lightly with beaten egg.
- Step 4:
- Bake for 10 minutes or until golden and puffed. Remove and let cool completely.
- Step 5:
- Meanwhile, mix the cream cheese, chives, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 6:
- Slice the carrot, cucumber, and bell pepper into thin rounds and small decorative shapes (for example circles or petals) using a small knife or mini cookie cutters. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Step 7:
- Once the pastry flowers have cooled, pipe or spread a layer of cream cheese mixture onto each.
- Step 8:
- Decorate each flower with the sliced vegetables and edible flowers arranging them to mimic petals and centers.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings smiles to our family gatherings creating fun and colorful moments for kids and adults alike.
Required Tools
Flower-shaped cookie cutters, baking sheet, parchment paper, small piping bag or spatula, sharp knife or mini vegetable cutters
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (puff pastry) and dairy (cream cheese egg). Check all ingredient labels for possible traces of nuts or other allergens if serving guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 80 per snack. Total Fat: 5 g. Carbohydrates: 7 g. Protein: 2 g.
Save to Pinterest These snacks add a magical touch to any party and are sure to impress with their vibrant colors and shapes.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of pastry is used for the flower snacks?
Flaky puff pastry is used as the base to create light and crispy flower shapes.
- → Can these snacks be made vegan?
Yes, substitute dairy-free cream cheese and brush the pastry with plant milk instead of egg wash for a vegan version.
- → How are the vegetable decorations prepared?
Vegetables such as carrot, cucumber, and bell pepper are thinly sliced into rounds or petal shapes, with cherry tomatoes halved for garnish.
- → What is the purpose of the lemon zest in the filling?
Lemon zest adds a fresh and zesty flavor that complements the cream cheese and herbs.
- → How should the snacks be served?
Serve them immediately after decorating or chill briefly to maintain freshness and flavor.
- → Are these suitable for children’s parties?
Yes, their whimsical flower shape and colorful presentation make them ideal for children's gatherings and magical teas.