MINI PUFF PASTRY CROISSANTS with OLIVES and BACON, quick and tasty appetizers ideal for aperitifs, parties, and buffets, ready in 5 minutes and eaten one after the other.
Do you know when you have a dinner with friends and need a quick snack that looks impressive but without spending hours in the kitchen? Well, the mini puff pastry croissants with olives and bacon have become my ace in these situations: I prepare them in a few minutes and they always disappear from the tray!
Crispy on the outside, with the pastry really puffing up well, and a tasty filling that pleases everyone. They are perfect as both an appetizer and a savory snack for an aperitif, to munch on with a glass of wine or a cold drink.
These savory croissants are one of those dishes that do not need introductions: just bring them to the table and watch them disappear in no time. I also like to prepare them in advance, store them, and heat them just before serving, so they are still fragrant as freshly baked.
The olive and bacon combination is super tasty, but they can easily be varied with whatever you have in the fridge: melting cheeses, cooked ham, salami, or even grilled vegetables. In short, the mini puff pastry croissants are that clever recipe that saves the day, perfect for buffets, birthday parties, or impromptu evenings with friends.
Join me in the kitchen today for mini puff pastry croissants with olives and bacon.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 16 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 puff pastry
- 16 olives
- 2.8 oz sweet bacon
Steps
Place the puff pastry on the work surface and cut it by drawing a cross, then draw the diagonals to get 16 triangles.
Stuff with an olive and bacon pieces then roll starting from the base up to the tip.
Brush with an egg yolk and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Place the croissants on the baking sheet and bake at 356°F for about 15 minutes.
Bon appétit
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MINI PUFF PASTRY CROISSANTS with OLIVES and BACON
Extra tips
If you want the croissants to be super golden, brush the surface with egg yolk and milk before baking.
To make them even tastier, you can sprinkle the surface with sesame or poppy seeds.
Try them also in a sweet version, with Nutella or jam: same puff pastry base, but a completely different result.
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FAQ MINI PUFF PASTRY CROISSANTS with OLIVES and BACON
Can I prepare mini puff pastry croissants with olives and bacon in advance?
Yes, you can fill them, roll them up, and store them in the fridge until baking, or bake them and heat them just before serving.
Can I freeze puff pastry croissants?
Of course! You can freeze them either raw or already cooked. If you freeze them raw, just bake them straight from the freezer, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
What cheese can I add to the filling?
Perfect melting cheese like scamorza or provolone, but also well-drained mozzarella or grated Parmesan work well.
Can they be cooked in an air fryer?
Absolutely yes! In 10 minutes at 356°F, you will have crispy croissants without turning on the oven.
Can I make a vegetarian version?
Sure, just replace the bacon with vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, or sun-dried tomatoes, combined with the olives.
