Description
Hearty homemade breakfast pastries delight morning appetites with flaky, herb-infused dough wrapped around rich cheese and caramelized onion fillings. Crisp exterior and warm center promise a satisfying start to any day you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 4 strips bacon, cooked & crumbled (or ½ cup cooked sausage)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese
Base and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
Seasoning and Garnish Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup green onions or chives, chopped
- Sesame seeds or poppy seeds
- Fresh parsley or thyme
Instructions
- Warm the culinary workspace by heating the oven to a robust 400°F (200°C), creating an inviting environment for pastry transformation.
- Gently unfurl the delicate puff pastry onto a flour-dusted workspace, meticulously slicing it into six symmetrical squares that will become the canvas for a savory morning delight.
- Transfer the pastry squares onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, positioning them with precision and care.
- In a mixing vessel, orchestrate a harmonious blend of eggs, velvety cream, aromatic seasonings, and a whisper of garlic powder, creating a luxurious base for the filling.
- Tenderly cook the egg mixture over moderate heat, stirring with gentle movements until the texture becomes just shy of fully set, remembering that additional baking will complete the cooking process.
- Remove the eggs from heat and gracefully fold in crumbled proteins and melted cheese, infusing the mixture with layers of rich flavor.
- Artfully dollop the egg creation into the center of each pastry square, leaving a small border to allow for elegant folding.
- Carefully draw the pastry corners toward the center, creating an elegant envelope that partially reveals the tantalizing filling within.
- Enhance the pastries’ golden potential by delicately brushing the exposed edges with a luminous egg wash, and optionally sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
- Slide the prepared pastries into the preheated oven, allowing them to transform for 18-20 minutes until they emerge with a gloriously bronzed, puffy exterior.
- Grant the pastries a brief moment of rest, letting them cool and settle for approximately 5 minutes.
- Adorn with freshly chopped herbs, adding a vibrant final touch to these luxurious breakfast parcels.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by zesty hot sauce, bright salsa, or a refreshing fruit medley to complete the morning culinary experience.
Notes
- Customize the filling by swapping bacon or sausage with diced ham, vegetarian sausage crumbles, or sautéed mushrooms for diverse dietary preferences.
- Control egg mixture consistency by removing from heat when slightly runny, ensuring a creamy texture after final baking without becoming dry or rubbery.
- Use cold puff pastry and work quickly when handling to maintain flaky, crisp layers that create delightful texture and prevent soggy bottoms.
- Experiment with cheese varieties like feta, goat cheese, or sharp cheddar to introduce unique flavor profiles and accommodate different taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg