Description
Delightful breakfast stuffed puff pastry bars blend flaky French pastry with sweet and savory fillings. Crisp layers of buttery pastry cradle delectable ingredients, promising a morning treat that satisfies and delights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 6 large eggs
- 4 slices bacon, cooked
- 1 cup (100 g / 3.5 oz) cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup (75 g / 2.6 oz) bell peppers, diced
- ¼ cup (30 g / 1 oz) green onions, chopped
- ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) milk or cream
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Ignite the oven to 400F (200C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless pastry release.
- Egg Masterpiece: Whisk eggs with milk, seasoning with salt and pepper. Gently scramble in a skillet until soft and pillowy, avoiding overcooking.
- Flavor Fusion: Remove eggs from heat and incorporate shredded cheese, crispy bacon bits, diced bell peppers, and green onions, creating a harmonious filling.
- Pastry Canvas: Roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface into rectangular shapes, positioning the first sheet on the prepared baking sheet.
- Filling Assembly: Spread the egg mixture evenly across the pastry, maintaining a half-inch border to prevent spillage.
- Pastry Envelope: Layer the second pastry sheet over the filling, sealing edges thoroughly with a fork to lock in the flavorful contents.
- Golden Glaze: Brush the top with an egg wash to create a glossy, appetizing exterior.
- Baking Transformation: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry achieves a stunning golden-brown puffiness.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the pastry to settle for 5 minutes before slicing into elegant bars, serving warm or at room temperature for a delightful breakfast experience.
Notes
- Master Egg Scrambling: Achieve soft, creamy eggs by cooking on low heat and removing from stove just before they fully set, preventing dry or rubbery texture.
- Prevent Soggy Pastry: Avoid wet fillings by thoroughly draining ingredients like bell peppers and ensuring scrambled eggs aren’t overly moist to maintain pastry’s crisp structure.
- Customize Filling Flexibility: Swap bacon for vegetarian alternatives like sautéed mushrooms or plant-based protein crumbles to accommodate different dietary preferences.
- Seal Edges Securely: Press fork edges firmly and evenly to prevent filling leakage, creating a tight seal that keeps delicious ingredients contained during baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg