🥐 Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Stuffed Pastry Bites

Servings: 20–24 bites

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20–25 minutes

Total Time: ~45 minutes

✨ Ingredients

For the Filling

• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 225 g (8 oz) mushrooms, finely chopped

• 1 ½ cups fresh spinach, chopped

• ¼ cup cream cheese (softened)

• ¼ cup heavy cream OR milk

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• ½ tsp thyme OR Italian seasoning

• Optional: pinch of chili flakes

For the Pastry

• 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

• Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional)

🥘 Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling

1. Heat butter/oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add diced onions and sauté until softened (about 3–4 minutes).

3. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.

4. Stir in mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and it evaporates (5–7 minutes).

5. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (1–2 minutes).

6. Reduce heat; stir in cream cheese until melted and creamy.

7. Pour in heavy cream/milk; simmer 1 minute until thick.

8. Add Parmesan, salt, pepper, and herbs.

9. Cool mixture completely (important for crisp pastry).

2. Assemble the Bites

1. Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.

2. Lay out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.

3. Cut into 2–3 inch squares (20–24 pieces).

4. Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each square.

5. Fold:

   • Option A: Fold into triangles and seal edges with a fork.

   • Option B: Pull corners to the center and pinch closed for “parcel” bites.

6. Brush tops with egg wash.

7. Sprinkle sesame/poppy seeds if desired.

3. Bake

1. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

2. Bake 18–22 minutes, until golden and puffed.

3. Cool slightly before serving.

🌟 Serving Ideas

• Serve warm with:

  • Garlic aioli

  • Sour cream + herbs

  • Balsamic glaze drizzle

  • Creamy ranch or yogurt dip

🧀 Add-In Variations

• Cheesy: Add shredded mozzarella or gruyère

• Savory: Add caramelized onions

• Protein: Mix in cooked shredded chicken or bacon

• Herby: Add fresh parsley, dill, or basil

❄️ Make-Ahead & Storage

• Make-ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

• Freeze: Freeze unbaked bites on a tray, then store in bags—bake from frozen (add +5 minutes).

• Leftovers: Store 3 days; reheat 6–8 minutes at 180°C/350°F.