Description
These Creamy Mushroom Vol-au-Vents are flaky, buttery puff pastry shells filled with a rich, savory mushroom sauce. They look elegant but are surprisingly simple to make. Perfect for dinner parties, brunches, or cozy nights in, this dish combines French sophistication with comforting homemade flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade), thawed if frozen
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms, finely chopped (button, cremini, or mixed)
- 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: splash of white wine, pinch of nutmeg, ¼ cup cooked chicken or ham
Instructions
- Prepare the Pastry Shells: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface. Cut out 12 circles using a cookie cutter. For half the circles, cut smaller holes to form rings. Place the solid circles on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash, then place the rings on top to form shells. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden. Cool slightly and press down the centers to create space for filling.
- Make the Creamy Mushroom Filling: In a skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in mushrooms and thyme, cooking until they release moisture and turn golden, 6–8 minutes.
- Create the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir well. Slowly add milk and cream, stirring until the sauce thickens. Mix in Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Adjust consistency with extra milk if needed.
- Assemble the Vol-au-Vents: Spoon the mushroom filling into the pastry shells. Garnish with parsley or thyme. For extra flair, drizzle with a touch of truffle oil or top with shaved Parmesan.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm as appetizers or pair with a side salad for a light main course.
Notes
To make ahead, store the mushroom filling in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream. Keep pastry shells in an airtight container and fill them just before serving for maximum crispness. Perfect for parties or elegant dinners!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg