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Prosciutto Asparagus Puff Pastry Bundles

Prosciutto asparagus puff pastry bundles wrap tender asparagus and salty prosciutto in flaky pastry baked until deep golden brown. Parmesan and a crisp pastry spiral make these easy-to-serve appetizers a savory addition to the table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 asparagus medium spears, woody ends trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.125 tsp black pepper
  • 8 prosciutto thin slices, about 3 ounces
  • 1 sheet puff pastry frozen, about 8 ounces, thawed but cold
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated

Equipment

  • 1 large rimmed baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Toss the asparagus with the olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Pair the asparagus spears.
  5. Wrap one slice of prosciutto around the middle of each pair.
  6. Set the bundles aside.
  7. Cut the puff pastry crosswise into 8 strips.
  8. Wrap one pastry strip in a spiral around each bundle, leaving the tips exposed.
  9. Place the bundles seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  10. Beat the egg with the water.
  11. Brush the pastry with the egg wash.
  12. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  13. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown and the asparagus is tender when pierced with a knife.
  14. Rest the bundles on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep the puff pastry cold while assembling so it stays easier to handle. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended because the pastry can lose its crisp texture. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free puff pastry.