Mini bites: the simple and ingenious idea to make them in a few minutes!

Difficulty: Low

Serves: 6-8

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By Editorial Team

A roll of puff pastry… it’s one of the most versatile things you can have in the freezer—it’s affordable, and you can use it to make both savory and sweet treats! If you have puff pastry on hand, you’ll find it’s hardly any effort to make delicious bites at the drop of a hat. And these Mini Bites will become your new favorite appetizer. They’re light and fluffy and can be filled with all sorts of delicious ingredients. In this recipe, two layers of puff pastry are filled with a mixture of cream cheese, pickles, and ham, then baked until golden. They’re super easy to make and can be served as a snack or appetizer, making them perfect for parties, picnics, and potlucks.

Mini Bites Variations

There are many ways to make this recipe your own! If you don’t want to use cream cheese with ham and pickles, use any of the following combinations:

sundried tomatoes and cream cheese
spinach and feta
smoked chicken and feta
tuna and roasted red pepper

Tips

The puff pastry should be completely thawed so it’s pliable enough to roll out but still cold. The best is to leave it to thaw overnight in the fridge instead of leaving it on the kitchen counter at room temperature.

If the pastry is too warm, it won’t puff enough. To make sure you get a nice puff, make sure not to skip the refrigeration step!

The oven should be hot (preheated to 180°). If you see the pastry squares brown too quickly, you can place a sheet of foil loosely on top.

How to Store Mini Bites

Store the mini bites in an airtight container (in the fridge) for up to 2 days. Reheat the pastries in the oven to make them crispy again.

Can You Freeze Mini Bites

Yes, the mini bites can be frozen for up to 3 months. Allow the pastry squares to cool completely, then wrap them with plastic wrap. Transfer the wrapped puff pastry squares to a freezer bag for freezing.