Get ready to wow your guests with the most irresistible bite-sized delicacy that will make everyone forget about boring appetizers! These Garlic Mushroom Sliders in Puff Pastry are a culinary magic trick that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. Imagine golden, flaky pastry pockets filled with rich, savory mushrooms that practically melt in your mouth, all packed into adorable mini sliders that are guaranteed to disappear faster than you can say "seconds, please!"
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 sliders
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 cups mushrooms, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 slider buns
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Thaw the puff pastry sheet at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes until it becomes pliable but still cool.
- Clean the mushrooms thoroughly and chop them into small, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add chopped mushrooms to the skillet, stirring frequently. Cook for 5-7 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and become golden brown.
- Season the mushroom mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet and cut into 12 equal squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Place a small spoonful of the garlic mushroom mixture in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold the pastry corners towards the center, creating a small pocket that encloses the mushroom filling.
- Transfer the filled pastry pockets to the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each slider.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve warm on slider buns, optionally toasting the buns lightly for extra texture.
Tips
- Mushroom Moisture Management: Make sure to cook mushrooms until they release and reabsorb their moisture for maximum flavor concentration.
- Pastry Temperature Matters: Thaw puff pastry just until pliable but still cool to ensure maximum rise and flakiness.
- Uniform Chopping: Cut mushrooms into consistent, small pieces for even cooking and balanced texture in each bite.
- Don't Overcrowd: Leave space between sliders on the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation and crispy edges.
- Garlic Watch: Sauté garlic briefly to release flavor without burning, which can turn it bitter.
- Garnish Fresh: Add chopped parsley just before serving to maintain its vibrant color and fresh flavor.
- Serving Suggestion: Lightly toast slider buns for an extra layer of texture and warmth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 101kcal
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
