Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling
For meat filling:
Heat the oil in a pan.
Add the onions and cook until soft.
Conclusion
These puff pastry parcels are proof that simple ingredients can create something truly impressive. The crisp, flaky exterior paired with your choice of savory filling makes them endlessly adaptable and perfect for any occasion. Serve them warm for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth experience, perhaps alongside a fresh salad, yogurt dip, or a cup of hot tea.
If you’re preparing them ahead of time, they can be assembled and refrigerated before baking, or even frozen for later — making them an excellent make-ahead option for entertaining. Feel free to experiment with additional herbs, spices, or even different cheeses to create your own signature version.
Once you try these homemade parcels, they’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen. If you make them, don’t forget to share your variation and let me know which filling you loved most. Happy baking! 🥐✨
Add the minced meat and cook until browned.
Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika.
Let it cool completely.
For cheese filling:
Mix the cheeses with herbs in a bowl.
2. Cut the Puff Pastry
Cut each pastry sheet into 9 or 12 equal squares.
Place a spoonful of filling into the centre of each square.
3. Shape the Parcels
Bring all four corners of the pastry together and pinch to seal.
Place seam-side down on a lined baking tray.
4. Brush & Bake
Brush the tops with beaten egg.
Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for 20–25 minutes,
or until golden, puffy, and crisp.
5. Serve
Delicious as:
party snacks
tea-time savouries
lunchbox treats
appetisers
