Mini Beef Wellington Bites Recipe
Mini Beef Wellington Bites are a rich and elegant appetizer made with tender beef, savory mushrooms, and flaky puff pastry. Perfect for parties, holidays, and special gatherings, these bite-sized treats deliver gourmet flavor in every crisp, golden bite.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds beef tenderloin cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 12 ounces mushrooms finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
- 2 sheets puff pastry thawed
- 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for dusting
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and black pepper, then sear quickly on all sides until browned. Remove from heat, brush lightly with Dijon mustard, and let cool.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic, then cook until fragrant. Stir in chopped mushrooms and thyme, cooking until all moisture evaporates and the mixture becomes thick. Set aside to cool.
- Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the puff pastry sheets. Cut into even squares large enough to wrap each beef cube.
- Place a small spoonful of mushroom mixture in the center of each pastry square. Top with one beef cube, then fold and seal the pastry tightly around the filling.
- Arrange the wrapped bites seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking tray. Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden. Serve warm for best flavor.