Description
These Pulled Pork Pastry Puffs are the perfect easy appetizer for game day, parties, or a quick snack. Smoky pulled pork, tangy BBQ sauce, and melty cheddar cheese are wrapped in flaky puff pastry and baked until golden brown. Ready in 30 minutes, they’re an effortless, crowd-pleasing dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (17.3-ounce) package puff pastry, thawed
- ¾ pound pulled pork
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce
- 1¼ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the puff pastry: Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut each sheet into 9 equal squares to create bite-sized puffs.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, toss the pulled pork with the BBQ sauce until evenly coated. This ensures the pork stays juicy and flavorful inside the pastry.
- Assemble the pastry puffs: Place a spoonful of the pulled pork mixture in the center of each pastry square. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the pork, ensuring even distribution.
- Seal the pastry: Fold two opposite corners of the pastry squares over the filling and press firmly to seal. If needed, use a bit of water along the edges to help the pastry stick together.
- Brush with egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk the egg with water. Lightly brush this mixture over the top of each pastry puff for a glossy, golden brown finish.
- Bake to perfection: Arrange the pastries on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the pastries cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with extra BBQ sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- For extra crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning on top before baking.
- If the pastry gets too soft, chill the assembled puffs in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before baking.
- For a spicier twist, use pepper jack cheese or add a dash of hot sauce to the pulled pork.
- Freezing instructions: Freeze unbaked puffs on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. When ready to bake, thaw slightly, brush with egg wash, and bake as usual.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry puff
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg