Description

Mini Mushroom & Gruyère Pot Pies with Thyme are perfectly flaky and cheesy comfort bites featuring earthy mushrooms, nutty Gruyère cheese, and fragrant thyme encased in a crisp puff pastry shell. Ideal as appetizers or a cozy meal, these elegant mini pot pies bring warmth, rich flavors, and a touch of sophistication to your table.

Ingredients

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Mushroom Filling

8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, cleaned and finely chopped
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated Gruyère cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

Pastry

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tbsp water (for egg wash)

Instructions

Prepare the Mushroom Filling: Clean and finely chop the mushrooms. In a sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent. Add mushrooms, cooking until their moisture evaporates and they become tender. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme leaves. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Gruyère until melted and creamy. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
Preheat the Oven and Prepare Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry slightly on a floured surface and cut into small circles or squares that fit comfortably into your mini pie tins or muffin cups.
Assemble the Mini Pot Pies: Place pastry pieces into baking molds and gently press to fit. Spoon mushroom and Gruyère filling evenly into each pastry cup. Cover with another pastry piece, sealing edges by pressing gently. Cut a small slit on top of each pie to allow steam to escape.
Bake Until Golden and Bubbling: Brush tops with egg wash (beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water) to encourage a golden finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until pastry is puffed, crisp, and golden brown. Cool briefly before serving.

Notes

Dry mushrooms well by sautéing until all liquid evaporates to maintain a crisp crust.
Keep puff pastry cold until just before baking to ensure maximum flakiness.
Do not overfill the pastry cups to avoid spilling and ensure even baking.
Applying egg wash gives pot pies an appealing golden sheen and seals edges.
Allow pot pies to cool slightly before serving to let the filling set and avoid burns.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mini pot pie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: mini pot pies, mushroom pot pies, Gruyère cheese, thyme, vegetarian appetizer, puff pastry, comfort food, savory pies