INTRODUCTION
These golden, pillowy pastry squares are filled with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and a touch of sauce. They bake up crisp on the outside and soft inside, making them perfect for family dinners, parties, or meal prep. Simple ingredients, big flavor.
INGREDIENTS
Puff pastry sheets: 2 large sheets, thawed
Ground beef: 500 g
Onion: 1 small, finely chopped
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
Tomato sauce or pizza sauce: 1/2 cup
Mozzarella cheese: 2 cups, shredded or sliced
Salt: 1 teaspoon
Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Paprika: 1 teaspoon
Oregano: 1 teaspoon
Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
Egg: 1, beaten for brushing
INSTRUCTIONS
Cook the beef in a skillet with olive oil until browned.
Add onion and garlic; cook until softened.
Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
Stir in tomato sauce and let simmer 5 minutes; cool completely.
Roll out puff pastry and cut each sheet into 6–8 equal squares.
Place a spoonful of beef mixture in the center of each square.
Top with mozzarella.
Place another pastry square over the filling.
Press edges firmly or seal with a fork.
Brush tops with beaten egg for golden color.
Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 18–22 minutes until puffed and browned.
Cool 5 minutes before serving.
METHOD
Use chilled puff pastry for best lift.
Let the beef filling cool to avoid melting the butter in the pastry.
Do not overfill to prevent leaks.
For extra crispiness, bake on parchment-lined metal trays.
HISTORY
Stuffed pastries appear in many cuisines, from European puff pastries to Middle Eastern meat pies. This recipe adapts classic savory fillings and modern puff pastry convenience for an easy homemade dish.
BENEFITS
High in protein from beef and cheese.
Great for batch cooking and freezing.
Versatile: fill with chicken, vegetables, or spices you prefer.
FORMATION
The dish forms from laminated puff pastry layers expanding under high heat to create airy pockets, while the moist beef filling steams inside, keeping it tender.
CONCLUSION
These stuffed puff pastry squares offer a combination of rich flavor, flaky texture, and simple preparation, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced cooks.
LOVERS
Ideal for those who enjoy savory snacks, cheesy foods, comfort dishes, and easy oven meals.
NUTRITION (Approximate per piece)
Calories: 280–350
Protein: 12–16 g
Carbohydrates: 20–25 g
Fat: 16–22 g
