Description
These Mini Green Bean Casserole Bites are a delightful twist on the classic holiday favorite. Featuring tender green beans mixed with creamy mushroom soup, cheese, and crispy fried onions all wrapped in flaky puff pastry, these bite-sized treats are perfect for entertaining and guaranteed to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Dairy
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup fried onions, divided
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup milk
Spices
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other
- 1 package of puff pastry, thawed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the bites.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the green beans, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a creamy and flavorful mixture.
- Add Cheese and Onions: Fold in half of the fried onions and half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the green bean mixture, distributing evenly throughout.
- Cut Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a flat surface and cut it into small squares, sized to hold a spoonful of filling each.
- Fill Pastry Squares: Place a spoonful of the green bean mixture in the center of each puff pastry square, being careful not to overfill.
- Seal Bites: Fold the corners of each pastry square over the filling and pinch the edges tightly to seal each bite and prevent leakage during baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the sealed bites onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each for expansion.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and fried onions on top of each pastry bite for a golden, crispy finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Make sure your puff pastry is fully thawed before cutting and filling to prevent tearing.
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with a homemade or low-sodium version for a healthier option.
- These bites can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling mixture.
- Serve with a dipping sauce such as ranch or a creamy garlic aioli for added flavor.
