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Flaky Delight: Savory Puff Pastry with Minced Meat and Cheese

Golden, flaky puff pastry filled with a rich, cheesy minced meat filling—this Savory Puff Pastry with Minced Meat and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, these pastries are packed with flavor and easy to make. Whether you’re serving them at a gathering or enjoying them fresh from the oven with a cup of tea, they’re a guaranteed hit!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 -10 pastries
Course: Snack
Cuisine: European
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:
  • 1 sheet puff pastry or as needed
  • Butter for greasing
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 300 g minced meat beef, chicken, or pork
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 100 g grated cheese mozzarella, cheddar, or preferred type
  • 1 bunch of parsley chopped
  • 2 boiled eggs chopped
For Assembly:
  • 1 egg for egg wash
  • Sesame seeds or black seeds optional, for topping

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Filling
  2. Heat a pan over medium heat and melt a little butter.
  3. Sauté the chopped onion until soft and golden.
  4. Add minced meat, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook until fully browned.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in the grated cheese, chopped parsley, and boiled eggs.
  6. Assemble the Pastry
  7. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  8. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes (squares, rectangles, or circles).
  9. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each piece. Fold over and press the edges with a fork to seal.
  10. Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
  11. Bake to Perfection
  12. Arrange the pastries on a lined baking sheet.
  13. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
  14. Serve and Enjoy
  15. Let the pastries cool for a few minutes before serving.
  16. Enjoy warm, either as a snack or paired with a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Make sure the filling is not too hot when assembling to prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
  • These pastries can be frozen before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time when cooking from frozen.
  • Try different cheeses for unique flavors—feta for a salty kick, gouda for smokiness, or parmesan for extra depth.