Irresistibly Cheesy Mushroom Puff Pastry Bites to Wow Your Guests
These Mushroom Puff Pastry bites are savory, cheesy, and perfect for any gathering, ensuring memorable moments with every bite.
Equipment
- skillet
- Baking Sheet
- round cutter
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Pastry
- 1 sheet Puff Pastry Ensure it's chilled for best rise.
- 1 large Egg For wash; can substitute with milk for vegan option.
For the Filling
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with butter.
- 2 medium Yellow Onions Sliced.
- 8 ounces Baby Bella Mushrooms Sliced; can switch to cremini or button mushrooms.
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh delivers best flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used, just use less.
- to taste Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning.
- to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
- 8 ounces Gruyère Cheese Can substitute with Swiss or cheddar.
- 1 tablespoon Whole-Grain Mustard Optional; adds tang.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat, add sliced onions with a sprinkle of kosher salt, and caramelize for about 25 minutes until golden.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender. Mix in minced garlic, thyme, and black pepper, then combine with caramelized onions and fold in Gruyère cheese until melted.
- Roll out chilled puff pastry on a floured surface and cut out 2-inch circles.
- Place pastry rounds on a lined baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, add mustard if using, and top with the mushroom mixture.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for about 25 minutes until golden brown, turning pans halfway through.
Notes
Keep puff pastry cold until ready to use and avoid overfilling each pastry to ensure even cooking.