Air-Fryer Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Bites

AF-200 Crew Festive Recipe

Air-Fryer Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Bites

Every Christmas buffet needs something that makes people feel slightly sophisticated before they immediately ruin that image by eating six of them..

Air-Fryer Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Bites
Air-Fryer Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Bites preparation stage

You’ll Need

1 sheet ready-rolled puff pastry
150g cream cheese
100g smoked salmon, chopped
1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp black pepper
1 egg, beaten

Optional But Dangerous
Extra smoked salmon
Fresh dill
Lemon wedges

Method

Preheat your air fryer to 180°C.

Place the cream cheese into a bowl.

Add the smoked salmon, chives, lemon juice, and black pepper.

Mix gently until combined.

Unroll the puff pastry onto a board.

Cut into 12 equal squares.

Place a small spoonful of filling into the centre of each square.

Fold into parcels or triangles and press the edges firmly to seal.

Brush generously with beaten egg.

Place into the air fryer basket with space between them.

Air fry at 180°C for 8–10 minutes until puffed, golden, and beautifully crisp.

Remove carefully and allow to cool for 2 minutes.

Serve warm or slightly cooled.

Finish with fresh dill if using.

Lad Tip: Smoked salmon already does most of the heavy lifting here, so don't bury it under too many ingredients. Christmas party food works best when people can immediately identify what's making them come back for another one.

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