Golden Puff Pastry with Creamy Cashew Spread & Roasted Veggies

 

🥐 Golden Puff Pastry with Creamy Cashew Spread & Roasted Veggies

A Light, Flaky & Flavor-Packed Vegan Delight!

📝 Ingredients

For the Puff Pastry:

• 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil

For the Cashew Spread:

• 1 cup cashews (soaked for 1 hour)
• 1–2 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Water (as needed for grinding)

For the Roasted Veggies:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Bell peppers (any color, cubed)
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• Balsamic vinegar
• Italian seasoning
• Salt & pepper to taste

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Puff Pastry:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Roll out the puff pastry sheet slightly.
• Fold the edges inward to create a border.
• Use a fork to gently prick holes in the center (avoid the edges).
• Place on a baking tray, brush lightly with olive oil, and bake until golden and puffed.

2️⃣ Roast the Vegetables:

Oven Roasted Bell Peppers

Easy Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

3️⃣ Make the Cashew Spread:

• Drain soaked cashews and add them to a blender.
• Add lemon juice, salt, pepper, and a little water.
• Blend until smooth and creamy.

4️⃣ Assemble the Pastry:

• Once the puff pastry is baked and slightly cooled, gently press down the center (keeping the edges puffed).
• Spread a generous layer of the creamy cashew spread.
• Top with roasted cherry tomatoes and bell peppers.

🌟 Final Touch

Slice and serve warm! Enjoy this crispy, creamy, and colorful vegan snack that’s perfect for any time of the day.

💡 Tip: You can add herbs like basil or chili flakes for an extra burst of flavor!