Crispy, creamy, sticky, and spicy—this appetizer doesn’t just show up, it steals the spotlight.
An eruption of molten cheese and chili-slicked fig jam encased in golden, flaky pastry. One slice, and it's a flavor spectacle.

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✨ Ingredients

For the Filling

• 200 g block feta cheese (not crumbled)

• 2 tbsp cream cheese

• 2 tbsp fig jam

• ½ tsp chili flakes or a few drops of chili oil

• 1 tsp honey (optional—for balance)

For the Pastry & Assembly

• 1 sheet all-butter puff pastry (approx. 250 g), thawed

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

• Flour, for dusting

Optional Toppings

• Fresh thyme or microgreens

• Hot honey or chili oil drizzle

• Crushed pistachios

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🔥 Instructions

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

2. Make the Lava Filling:
   In a bowl, mash together the feta and cream cheese until smooth but still thick.
   In a separate bowl, combine fig jam, chili flakes (or chili oil), and honey.

3. Assemble the Puff Bomb:
   Lightly flour your surface and gently roll out the puff pastry to slightly enlarge.
   Place the feta mixture in the center, then spoon the fig-chili jam over the top.
   Pull the edges of the pastry up and over to fully enclose the filling like a pouch.
   Flip seam-side down onto the tray.

4. Chill:
   Refrigerate the assembled puff for 15–20 minutes to firm it up. This helps with even baking.

5. Egg Wash & Bake:
   Brush the surface with the beaten egg.
   Bake for 25–30 minutes until deeply golden, puffed, and irresistibly crisp.

6. Serve with Style:
   Let it rest 5 minutes out of the oven. Then slice into it at the table for a dramatic lava reveal.
   Garnish with fresh thyme, a drizzle of hot honey or chili oil, and crushed pistachios if using.

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📌 Recipe Notes

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Chill Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 4 (as an appetizer)

• Difficulty: ★★★☆☆ (Intermediate)

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💖 Why You’ll Love It

• 🧨 The drama: Golden puff pastry erupts with molten, tangy feta and sweet-hot jam.

• 🌶️ Flavor bomb: Rich, salty cheese + sweet fig + chili heat = addictive “swicy” harmony.

• 🍽️ Perfect for: Date night, dinner parties, or anytime you need a bold, beautiful bite.