Mushroom Puff Pastry Bites Easy Vegetarian Appetizer Wellplated Com

The holidays are prime season for dips, chips, and all sorts of cute little morsels made to be munched in a single chomp like today’s mushroom puff pastry bites. Whether you’re hosting a soiree, feeding surprise guests, or drifting from party to party in your light-up snowman sweater, the appetizer spread is a critical component of any holiday event. I mean, a party without Crab Stuffed Mushrooms or Salmon Croquettes is just sad—right?! My go-to easy appetizer: puff pastry anything. Ever since making these Cranberry Brie Bites, I’ve been smitten with puff pastry as the ideal vehicle for all manners of tasty toppings.

Flakey, buttery, and universally appealing, frozen puff pastry is an effortless shortcut that is nonetheless impressive and irresistible.Leave large for an Easy Asparagus Tart or use a baby biscuit cutter to create bite-sized, poppable hors d’oeuvres.Sweet or savory—both are splendid options. Why not make both? Try Pesto Pinwheels for a starter and Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls for dessert!

For today’s puff pastry bites, I’m keeping things savory with caramelized onions, tender earthy mushrooms, and flavorful Gruyere cheese. Better call some guests over because these mushroom puff pastry bites are about to be all dressed up and need a place to go!

How to Make Mushroom Puff Pastry Bites

With aged Gruyere, slightly crisp caramelized onions, tender earthy mushrooms, and slightly, and puffed golden pastry, these mushroom puff pastry bites won’t last long at your next event (better bring a batch of these Brie Bites for backup).

The Ingredients

Frozen Puff Pastry. A versatile freezer staple that can be used to make stuffed pockets of joy (ahem, Salmon Wellington), or, an even easier option, mini pizza-like tarts smothered in tasty toppings.Mushrooms. Earthy, tender, and aromatic, I went for everyday baby bella (aka crimini) mushrooms for these savory little tartlets, just like I used in Mushroom Soup. (If you love mushroom apps, definitely try Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms or Crab Stuffed Mushrooms.)Onions + Garlic. Adding caramelized onions to any appetizer with a hint of garlic somehow adds at least 10 fancy points to any recipe.Mustard. A small dollop of zippy whole grain mustard on each puff pastry round adds a little zip.Gruyere. This pungent, aged cheese tastes and smells AMAZING as it melts and pairs perfectly with the mushrooms. Swiss or an extra sharp cheddar would also be nice options. (It’s also divine in these Crab Artichoke Toasts.)Thyme + Parsley. For color, freshness, and a little extra woodsy aromatic flair.Egg. Adds shine to each puff pastry piece as it bakes.

The Directions

Storage Tips

To Store. Puff pastry bites may be kept refrigerated for up to two days in an airtight container.To Reheat. To warm and crisp up chilled mushroom puff pastry bites, bake in a 400 degree F oven for 3-5 minutes until heated through.

So where’s the party? I have a platter of mushroom puff pastry bites in hand.

Fully bake the mushroom puff pastry bites, as directed, then place them in an airtight container separating any layers with parchment or wax paper, and freeze for up to two weeks. To serve, reheat directly from frozen in a 400 degree F oven for 5 minutes, or until hot.

Option 2

The mushroom onion topping can be prepped and refrigerated 2 days in advance. When ready to bake, top the puff pastry with the mushroom mixture and finish the recipe as directed.