Speck Brie Puff Pastry Baskets

These speck brie puff pastry baskets have it all between a flaky pastry, oozy cheese, and salty speck. They are excellent served as an appetizer for a dinner party but they can also make up an entire meal with a tossed spinach salad.

To make the speck brie puff pastry baskets, a sheet of puff pastry is first cut into squares before being placed in a muffin tin to form cups. Then, they get filled with speck, brie cheese, and walnuts before being baked in the oven. Once cooled, they are great drizzled with some honey before serving.

What are Speck Brie Puff Pastry Baskets?

Speck brie puff pastry baskets are individual-sized puff pastry cups that are filled with speck, brie, and walnuts. This simple combination is full of an array of textures and flavors, making them incredibly addictive.

Pro Tips

• Keep the puff pastry cold in the fridge until you are ready to use it in this recipe, as it will be easier to work with and will puff up better in the oven.
• Use a measuring tape to ensure the puff pastry squares are cut into even sizes.
• If you don’t have walnuts, you could replace them with pecans instead.
• You will know the puff pastry baskets are properly baked when they are puffed and golden.
• Run a knife around the edges of the muffin cups to gently loosen them once they are baked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make Mini Puff Pastry Cups?

Yes, you definitely could! Simply cut the puff pastry into smaller squares to line mini muffin cups, and use less speck, brie cheese, and walnuts. These mini versions would be extra good if you are serving them at a party alongside other hors d’oeuvres.

Can I Add Other Ingredients to Puff Pastry Baskets?

Absolutely! These puff pastry baskets would be delicious with fresh thyme or even other types of cheese such as gruyere or smoked cheddar. You could also add some wilted spinach or cooked mushrooms to the cups if you would like to add something a little more fresh to them.

Can I Make the Puff Pastry Baskets Nut-Free?

Yes, if nuts are an issue for your household, feel free to omit the walnuts. The baskets will be no less delicious.

How to Store Speck Brie Puff Pastry Baskets

Leftover puff pastry baskets can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days. Then, you can simply warm them up in the oven when you intend to serve them again.

How to Make Speck Brie Puff Pastry Baskets

Unroll the puff pastry and cut it into squares. Line muffin cups with the squares.

Place a slice of speck and a piece of brie in each cup. Fold the excess speck over the top.

Add walnuts into the cups. Bake them in a 356 F (180 C) oven for 20 minutes.

Allow the cups to cool slightly before serving and drizzle them with some honey if desired.