Golden, flaky puff pastry filled with your choice of savory or sweet fillings. Crisp on the outside and deliciously warm and soft inside — these are the perfect bite-sized delights!
Ingredients
For Savory Filling (Example: Spinach and Feta):
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup spinach, wilted and chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
For Sweet Filling (Example: Apple Cinnamon):
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 apple, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Directions
1. Prepare the Filling (Savory or Sweet):
- For Savory:
- In a pan, sauté onions and garlic in a little olive oil until softened. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Let cool, then mix in feta, mozzarella, and season with salt and pepper.
- For Sweet:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter and sauté diced apple until softened. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Stir until the apples are caramelized. Let cool.
2. Assemble the Parcels:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface and cut into squares or rectangles, depending on the size of parcels you prefer.
- Spoon a generous amount of the filling into the center of each pastry square.
3. Shape the Parcels:
- Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or rectangle, sealing the edges by pressing with a fork.
- Brush the tops with a beaten egg (egg wash) to give them a golden, crispy finish.
4. Bake:
- Place the parcels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden and puffed up.
5. Serve:
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with a dipping sauce or as a snack on their own.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4–6 parcels
Calories: ~150 per savory parcel / ~180 per sweet parcel
These crispy puff pastry parcels are super versatile, so feel free to mix and match fillings to suit your taste. You can also make them ahead and freeze for later baking. Want to try a different filling or dipping sauce? Just let me know!