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Cheeseburger Puff Pastry Pockets


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  • Author: betty-m
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A savory twist on a classic cheeseburger, these puff pastry pockets are filled with seasoned beef and gooey cheese, making for a perfect handheld meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • 2 sheets thawed puff pastry
  • 1 large egg plus 1 teaspoon water (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (for sprinkling)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Place each puff pastry sheet on parchment paper on baking sheets.
  3. Cut both sheets of puff pastry into six squares.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add ground beef with salt and pepper, cook until browned.
  6. Stir in ketchup and mustard until combined.
  7. Turn off heat and sprinkle with cheese, let cool slightly.
  8. Whisk together all house sauce ingredients until smooth.
  9. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of beef mixture into each puff pastry square.
  10. Drizzle with house sauce and sprinkle with cheese.
  11. Brush edges with egg wash, fold to seal, and decorate with fork.
  12. Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  13. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  14. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. For best results, reheat in the oven to regain crispiness.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pocket
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg