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Crispy Puff Pastry Bites

These baked bites are made from leftover puff pastry scraps, transformed into flaky, golden, and irresistibly crispy snacks. They are versatile, customizable with cheese and herbs, and showcase rustic charm with their imperfect, crunchy shapes. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer, they turn kitchen chaos into a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry frozen, thawed slightly
  • 1 egg egg beaten, for egg wash
  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese optional, shredded
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme chopped, optional
  • pinch sea salt for sprinkling
  • pinch black pepper freshly cracked, optional

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife
  • Pastry brush
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Lay a sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and gently roll it out just a little to smooth the surface. Use a sharp knife to cut the pastry into rustic squares or rectangles, about 2 inches each — don’t worry about perfect shapes; irregular is charming.
  2. If you’re adding fillings, sprinkle a small amount of shredded cheese and chopped herbs onto each square, then gently fold or press the edges to help contain the fillings. Otherwise, proceed to the next step for plain bites.
  3. Whisk the egg in a small bowl until smooth, then lightly brush the edges of each pastry square with the beaten egg using a pastry brush. This will give your bites a beautiful golden, glossy finish.
  4. Arrange the prepared pastry squares on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them out to allow for puffing and expansion during baking.
  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (390°F) for about 15-20 minutes, until the bites are puffed, golden, and crispy. Keep an eye on them in the last few minutes to prevent over-browning.
  6. Once baked to perfection, remove the bites from the oven and sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper while still warm. Let them rest for a few minutes — the crispy layers will settle, and they’ll be ready to serve.
  7. Serve these flaky, crispy bites warm or at room temperature as a delightful snack or appetizer. Enjoy the rustic charm and satisfying crunch with your favorite dips or simply on their own.

Notes

Feel free to customize with different cheeses, herbs, or leftover fillings to make these bites your own. For extra crispness, reheat in a hot oven for a couple of minutes before serving.