Savory Sun-Dried Tomato Palmiers (Printable)

Golden puff pastry swirls filled with basil pesto and sun-dried tomatoes for an elegant bite.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet all-butter puff pastry, thawed (approx. 8.8 oz)

→ Fillings

02 - 3 tbsp basil pesto
03 - 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and finely chopped (1.76 oz)
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (0.88 oz)
05 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Finish

06 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

# How-To:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle approximately 10 x 12 inches.
03 - Evenly spread the basil pesto over the pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides.
04 - Distribute the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, grated Parmesan, and black pepper evenly atop the pesto layer.
05 - Starting at one long edge, roll the pastry tightly toward the center; repeat from the opposite edge until both rolls meet in the middle forming a double scroll.
06 - Wrap the rolled pastry in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
07 - Using a sharp knife, cut the roll into slices just under 1/2 inch thick and arrange cut side up on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.
08 - Lightly brush each palmier with the beaten egg to promote browning.
09 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
10 - Allow the palmiers to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • They look fancy but come together in under 40 minutes with barely any effort.
  • The pesto and sun-dried tomatoes create a bold, tangy flavor that feels gourmet without any fuss.
  • Perfect for parties because you can slice and chill them ahead, then bake right before guests arrive.
02 -
  • Chilling the rolled pastry is not optional, it prevents the palmiers from unraveling or losing their shape in the oven.
  • Don't overfill with pesto or the palmiers will leak and turn soggy instead of crisp.
03 -
  • Use a ruler to measure your slices if you want perfectly uniform palmiers that bake evenly.
  • If the pastry gets too soft while you're working, pop it back in the fridge for a few minutes to keep the butter cold and the layers intact.
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