25 Savory Puff Pastry Recipes You'll Love

Sausage and Chicken Puffy Pastry Shells

These deliciously savory recipes have one convenient secret ingredient in common: a package of frozen puff pastry. Whether you're looking for a quick and simple appetizer for your next party (we've got you covered with cheesy pinwheels, veggie-topped tarts, and bite-sized finger foods made with few ingredients) or a filling dinner for the whole family (puff pastry comes in handy for shortcut comfort foods, like pot pies and casseroles), find an easy new favorite in this collection of our best savory puff pastry recipes.

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Crab Puff Pastry Pinwheels

pastry pinwheels with crab filling
SKMAT

This appetizer feels fancy, but it's easy to make with frozen puff pastry and canned crab meat. Make it for your next party or potluck.

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Puff Pastry Chicken and Leek Casserole

Puff Pastry Chicken and Leek Casserole
analyticalblonde

The "soft, sweet, and subtle" leeks make a wonderful base for the chicken and spices, according to recipe creator analyticalblonde.

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Sausage and Chicken Puff Pastry Shells

Sausage and Chicken Puffy Pastry Shells

How cute are these miniature pot pies? Reviewer Sandra Garth says this "excellent recipe" is "definitely a keeper!"

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Savory Puff Pastry Christmas Tree

puff pastry shaped like Christmas tree
Diana Moutsopoulos

Here's a fun and festive appetizer for your next holiday party. Made with creamy goat cheese and sun-dried tomato pesto, your guests won't be able to get enough.

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Olive Puffs

olives rolled in puff pastry on a plate
Allrecipes

You only need two ingredients to make this easy appetizer: frozen puff pastry and pimiento-stuffed olives.

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Turkey a la King

Turkey and vegetable cream sauce in puff pastry bowl
Marie Medek Brenden

Everyone at your dinner table will love these pastry boats filled with turkey, peas, and mushrooms in a creamy sauce.

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Puff Pastry Roast Beef Pot Pies

Puff Pastry Roast Beef Pot Pies in a grey bowl
RusticJoyfylFood

Use this meaty recipe to make four to six individual pot pies or one large pie in a casserole dish or cast iron skillet.

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Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheel on parchment paper
LauraF

It couldn't be easier to make this simple and savory party appetizer with just frozen puff pastry, ricotta, and pesto.

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Parmesan Puff Pastry Stars

puff pastry shaped like stars and topped with Parmesan
Allrecipes

Make these cheesy, bite-sized shapes with just Parmesan and frozen puff pastry. You can use whatever seasonal cookie cutter you have on hand.

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Puff Pastry Salmon

Puff Pastry Salmon

This quick and easy dinner isn't nearly as hard as it looks. Flavored with onion and garlic powders, it's as flavorful as it is simple.

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Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken

Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken

Juicy, garlic-marinated chicken breasts are layered with sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, and spinach, then wrapped in puff pastry.

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Puff Pastry Chicken Pot Pie

Puff Pastry Chicken Pot Pie
Yoly

Classic chicken pot pie gets a delicious (and convenient) upgrade in this hearty puff pastry dinner recipe.

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Spinach Rolls with Puff Pastry

Spinach Rolls with Puff Pastry
Allison Silberberg

This vegetarian appetizer, with a creamy and flavorful spinach and feta filling, is sure to be a hit at your next event.

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Chef John's Individual Beef Wellington

Slice of rare Beef Wellington on the plate closeup
-lvinst-/Getty Images

"Perfectly cooked filet mignon topped with a rich, savory mushroom pate is wrapped in a crispy pastry crust and served on top of a buttery pastry base," according to Chef John.

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Cheese Twists

Cheese Twists made with puff pastry
Meredith

This classic finger food is easy to make with just five ingredients (Parmesan, black pepper, garlic powder, frozen puff pastry, and an egg white).

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Mini Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tarts

Mini Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tarts
Photo by Allrecipes Magazine.

Recipe creator Scratch says these tarts are "ideal for a romantic meal for two." Serve as an entree, side, or appetizer.

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Easy 3-Ingredient Cheese Pinwheels

Easy 3-Ingredient Cheese Pinwheels
Easy 3-Ingredient Cheese Pinwheels | Photo by Happyschmoopies.

It doesn't get much easier than these quick, 3-ingredient pinwheels. Make them with just frozen puff pastry, herbed cream cheese, and Swiss cheese.

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Mark's English Sausage Rolls

a sausage roll cut in half to show the filling, on a white plate with mustard for dipping
SunnyByrd

What's the secret ingredient in this English recipe? Dijon mustard. Recipe creator POSHIE25 says these sausage rolls freeze well.

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Feta Cheese Foldovers

Feta Cheese Foldovers
Christina

Here's a make-ahead recipe to prep before your next get together — just pop them in the oven right before your guests arrive.

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Chef John's Asparagus Tart

Chef John's Asparagus Tart on a wooden plate
David Raya

Simple and elegant, this easy asparagus tart is sure to impress even the most discerning dinner guests.

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Chicken Curry Puffs

Chicken Curry Puffs
Photo by Allrecipes Magazine.

"These oven-baked beauties are great as appetizers or a snack," says recipe creator argus. A coconut milk base adds a crave-worthy creaminess.

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Baked Brie with Caramelized Onions

Baked Brie with Caramelized Onions on a white plate with water crackers and apple slices
Allrecipes Magazine

This crowd-pleasing appetizer is a savory alternative to your favorite sweet baked brie recipes.

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Mushroom Bundles

Mushroom Bundles
Mushroom Bundles | Photo by Amanda Hewitt.

You can make these bite-sized bundles with either phyllo dough or puff pastry, but recipe creator AshleyV says puff pastry is easier to work with.

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Dinner in a Puff

Dinner in a Puff
Buckwheat Queen

Here's a super customizable dinner to make with what you have on hand. Kids will have fun choosing which ingredients to add to their cups, according to recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar Buckwheat Queen.

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Elegant Mushroom Pie

Elegant Mushroom Pie Recipe
Photo by Allrecipes.

"This recipe is fabulous," raves reviewer Donna Corea. "It is easy to make and just about foolproof." Serve at your next special occasion.

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More Inspiration

Cinnamon Palmiers on a glass dish
emendy613

Can't get enough puff pastry in your life? We don't blame you. Check out our collections of Quick and Easy Puff Pastry Appetizers and Puff Pastry Desserts.

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