Pesto pie – The perfect savoury appetizer for parties – Vegetarian

This pesto pie is the ultimate savoury appetizer: simple, flavourful, and perfect for any gathering. Made with just four ingredients, it’s incredibly easy to prepare yet always steals the spotlight at every barbecue and party I host.

My friends request it every time, and it never lasts long on the table! Whether you’re hosting or bringing a dish to share, this vegetarian favorite is guaranteed to impress. Try it once, and you’ll see why it’s become a must-have at all our get-togethers.

Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 1 jar of green or red pesto (approx. 190 g)
• 2 sheets of puff pastry
• pepper + optional – different seeds to your liking
• optional – cubed cheese

Preparation:

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place one sheet of dough on it.

Spread the green pesto evenly over the dough in a circular shape, leaving about 1 cm of space around the edges. Add the cubed cheese at this stage, if you’ve decided to include it in your recipe.

Place the second sheet of dough on top, aligning it with the first. Trim the corners to form a round shape.

After trimming the corners, seal the edges by gently folding them together in small pleats. Once the edge is fully secured, mark the center of the pie and leave a small circle in the middle untouched. Starting from this center point, cut the pie into equal slices. Carefully twist each slice 3–4 times, then press the end of the twisted strip back onto the edge of the pie. Repeat this process until the entire pie is portioned and shaped.

In a bowl, beat the egg thoroughly, then use a brush to coat the entire surface of the pie. Finish by sprinkling with coarse pepper. Add the seeds if you decided to use some.

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20-25 minutes. Keep an eye on it, the baking time can differ from one oven to another.

We love enjoying it with friends and it’s delicious served both warm and cold.

If you try the recipe, let me know how you liked it! 😊

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