Cream Cheese and Chive Pastry Pinwheels

Photograph: Max Falkowitz These pinwheels have a retro aspect to them I really like. That and they need all of three ingredients—which are completely adaptable to what you have on hand. Plus they can be made ahead of time, and...

Ham and Cheese Puffs

This ham and cheese puff pastry recipe is great for passing around at gatherings! Super quick to make, fantastic to prepare ahead.

Spinach and Artichoke Puff Pastry Swirls (Pinwheels)

The ultimate appetizer for any occasion, these Spinach and Artichoke Puff Pastry Swirls (or Pinwheels) are perfect. They encompass the flavors of spinach and artichoke dip in a delicate bite.

The Secret Ingredient (Pink Peppercorn): Pink Peppercorn and Parmesan Gougères

Gougères are savory, unstuffed profiteroles. These are crisp on the outside, a puff of air within, and salty and spicy and nutty from the combination of pink peppercorns and Parmesan cheese. Serve these warm in a basket for brunch.

Gougères (Choux Pastry Cheese Puffs)

Gougères are cheesy puffs made from French choux pastry. The choux base is quick and easy to whip up, and the gougères bake up golden and crisp.

Gougeres - French Cheese Puffs (finger food!)

Gougeres (French Cheese Puffs) - terrific appetizer / finger food for paries, or for dunking into soups! Easy to make and excellent for making ahead.

Ricotta and Spinach Puff Pastry Bites

Made in a muffin tin, these Ricotta and Spinach Puff Pastry Bites are a cute twist on traditional cheese and spinach triangles. 1 sheet of pastry makes 9 of these! These would be perfect for a picnic, an afternoon tea or even the kids' lunchboxes. Check the recipe out for details!

Guava and Cream Cheese Pastelitos

Notes:Guava paste is available in the Latin American aisle of most supermarkets and also in a variety of online stores. In a pinch, quince paste is an acceptable substitute. I used one (17.3-ounce) package of Pepperidge Farm brand frozen puff...

Blitz Puff Pastry

Homemade puff pastry is so much better than store bought. This easier version produces the same layered effect but without the stress of a traditional recipe.

Cream Puffs

Light and crisp cream puffs, filled with your choice of rich pastry cream, whipped cream, or crème légère, will satisfy dessert lovers everywhere.