Puff Pastry Wrapped Asparagus & Prosciutto “Cannoli” Appetizers

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Blanch Asparagus (Optional):

   • Boil for 1 minute in salted water, then plunge into ice water to preserve color and soften slightly.

3. Wrap Asparagus in Prosciutto:

   • Take each asparagus spear and wrap it with a half-slice of prosciutto. This creates your flavorful “core.”

4. Prepare Puff Pastry:

   • Roll out the pastry slightly on a floured surface and cut into long strips (about ¾-inch wide).

   • Wrap the puff pastry around the asparagus-prosciutto bundles in a spiral, like a cannoli shell. Leave tips of asparagus exposed.

5. Brush with Egg Wash:

   • Beat the egg and lightly brush each wrapped spear. Sprinkle with Parmesan and black pepper for extra flavor.

6. Bake:

   • Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed.

7. Serve:

   • Let cool slightly. Serve warm with optional balsamic drizzle or lemon zest for brightness.

Tips:

• For extra fancy presentation, serve them standing up in a short glass or on a slate board with dipping sauces like garlic aioli or a tangy mustard dip.

• Want more of a “cannoli” vibe? You could pipe a whipped goat cheese or herbed ricotta into the ends after baking. 👀

Would you like a printable version or want to tweak it for dietary preferences (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.)?