Mushroom Cheese Puff Bites
These savory Mushroom Cheese Puff Bites combine rich, melty cheddar with tender mushrooms in a flaky pastry, making them perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 24 bites
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
For the filling
- 16 oz cremini mushrooms Diced
- 1 medium yellow onion Diced
- 6 cloves garlic Minced
- Salt to taste Salt
For assembly
- 17.3 oz puff pastry 2 sheets, thawed
- 2 tbsp olive oil For cooking
- 12 oz sharp white cheddar cheese Grated
Instructions
Preparation
- Thaw the puff pastry sheets and lay them flat on a large cutting board.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin pan.
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Dice the onion and garlic, then add them to the hot oil and sauté until transparent.
- Dice the cremini mushrooms and add them to the pan. Season with salt and cook until tender, draining any excess liquid.
- Transfer the sautéed mushroom mixture to a mixing bowl and mix in the grated sharp white cheddar cheese after it has cooled slightly.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut each sheet into 9 equal squares.
- Place each puff pastry square into a muffin cup to form a little cup.
- Spoon about 1 ½ tablespoons of the mushroom cheese mixture into each pastry square.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Notes
These bites are best served warm. Pair them with dips like yogurt or marinara for a flavor boost. They can be prepared ahead of time and frozen for later.