Here’s a delicious and easy Cheesy Beef Puff Pastry Pockets recipe—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or quick dinner. 🥐🧀🥩
Ingredients (Makes 6–8 pockets)
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 250–300 g ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste or ketchup
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
1. Cook the beef filling
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until soft (2–3 minutes).
- Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in tomato paste, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for another 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2. Prepare the pastry
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 6–8 squares.
3. Fill the pockets
- Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each square.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the beef.
4. Seal
- Fold pastry over to form a triangle or rectangle.
- Press edges with a fork to seal.
5. Egg wash
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden crust.
6. Bake
- Place on a lined baking tray and bake for 15–20 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
Optional Add-ins
You can add:
- diced bell peppers
- mushrooms
- a little chili flakes for heat 🌶️
- cream cheese for extra creaminess
Serving Ideas
Serve with:
- ketchup
- garlic sauce
- spicy mayo
- or a yogurt dip
If you want, I can also show you a super crispy bakery-style version of beef puff pastry pockets (with a trick that makes them extra flaky). 🥐
