Puff pastry squares for breakfast

Puff Pastry Squares for Breakfast

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 20-25 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Discover a simple and delicious recipe for puff pastry squares, perfect for a quick breakfast or a tasty snack! These squares are filled with savory ingredients like bologna, olives, cheese, and mushrooms, giving you an energetic start to the day. Here’s how to prepare them step by step!

Ingredients:
- 1 pack of puff pastry (approximately 275 g)
- 150 g bologna (or ham, to taste)
- 100 g grated cheese (you can use mozzarella or feta for a different note)
- 50 g green or black olives, pitted and sliced
- 100 g mushrooms, finely chopped (you can use fresh or canned mushrooms)
- 1 egg, beaten, for brushing
- Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preparing the dough: Start by taking the puff pastry out of the fridge and letting it thaw for about 10-15 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving a tender and easy-to-handle texture.

2. Preheating the oven: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. Make sure the rack is placed in the middle for even baking.

3. Preparing the filling: In a bowl, add the diced bologna, grated cheese, sliced olives, and mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix all the ingredients well to combine perfectly.

4. Forming the squares: On a clean surface, roll out the puff pastry. Cut it into squares of approximately 10x10 cm. Place each square on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

5. Filling and closing: Take a square of dough and place it diagonally. Put a tablespoon of the prepared filling in the center of the square. Fold the opposite corners of the square to seal the filling, forming a triangle. Press the edges well to ensure the filling won’t leak during baking.

6. Brushing: Use a pastry brush to brush the corners with beaten egg. This will help achieve a golden and appetizing crust.

7. Baking: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake the squares for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden and crispy.

8. Serving: Once the squares are ready, let them cool for a few minutes, then serve them warm. They can be accompanied by a fresh green salad or a garlic yogurt sauce, which will add a touch of freshness.

Practical tips:
- You can experiment with various fillings, adding vegetables like bell peppers or sautéed onions, or swapping the bologna for chicken breast or tofu for a vegetarian option.
- If you want a more intense flavor, you can add spices like oregano or basil to the filling.
- Make sure the dough is well chilled before baking; this will help achieve a fluffier texture.

These puff pastry squares are a quick and savory treat, perfect for breakfast or any other meal. Try this simple recipe and enjoy a delicious start to your day!

 Ingredients: puff pastry squares (or larger pieces cut), pitted olives, bologna sausage, ham, small sausages, cheese, vegetables (tomatoes, peppers), I used mushrooms this time, pepper, 1 beaten egg with some liquid butter (margarine).