Description

This Mushroom Gruyère Puff Braid is a rustic yet elegant bake. Flaky puff pastry wraps around earthy mushrooms, garlic, thyme, and nutty Gruyère cheese for a vegetarian centerpiece that’s perfect for brunch, parties, or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

Scale

1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 shallots, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 oz mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or mix), chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
2 oz goat cheese (optional)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, cook until fragrant.
Add mushrooms and thyme. Sauté until golden and all liquid has evaporated. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool.
Roll out puff pastry and place on baking sheet. Spoon mushroom mixture down the center third of the dough. Top with Gruyère and goat cheese if using.
Cut 1-inch strips along both sides of pastry. Fold strips diagonally over filling, alternating sides to form a braid.
Brush braid with beaten egg. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
Cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with thyme and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add caramelized onions or roasted red peppers to the filling. This braid can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving. Reheat leftovers in the oven to restore crispness — never microwave.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: French-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 360mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Mushroom Gruyere Puff Braid, puff pastry braid, vegetarian appetizer, mushroom recipe, savory pastry