I’ve been doing this method almost every day since I learned it from a 70-year-old master.
These savory puff pastry bites are a delicious and versatile appetizer. You can customize the filling to your liking, whether it’s a classic cheese and herb combination or a more adventurous eggplant and feta mixture.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Puff pastry (flour-coated, crumbled) | 1 package (approx. 17.3 oz) |
| Beaten egg (for egg wash) | 1 |
| Filling options: | |
| Crumbled cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan) | As needed |
| Chopped herbs (parsley, dill, chives) | As needed |
| Minced ham | As needed |
| Chopped eggplant | As needed |
| Feta cheese | As needed |
| Salt | Pinch |
| Seasonings | As needed |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the pastry into small squares or rectangles.
- Place a spoonful of your chosen filling in the center of each pastry square.
- Bring the edges of the pastry together to form a triangle or rectangle. Press firmly to seal.
- Brush the tops of the pastries with beaten egg.
- Place the filled pastries on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
- Let the pastries cool slightly before serving.
