• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Home
  • About
    • My Story
    • Portfolio
    • Subscribe!
    • Privacy policy
  • Recipes
    • By Diet
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
    • By Series
      • 5 Ingredients or less
      • Table for two
      • BAKED not Fried
      • On-screen Food
    • By Meal
      • Breakfast
      • Appetizers
      • Lunch/Dinner
      • Desserts
      • Sauces and curry
      • Drinks & Beverages
      • Snacks
      • Dips and Sides
  • Resources
    • For Bloggers
    • Travelogue
    • Kitchen Wisdom
  • Perspective
  • Green Life
  • Shop
  • Contact

Love is in my Tummy

Plant-based flavor

April 5, 2017 By Tina Dawson 13 Comments

Don’t throw away Leftover Puff Pastry Bits

Don’t throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d’oeuvres!Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

Are you one of those people who collect puff pastry scraps, you know, the bits that get left behind after you cut shapes out of your puff pastry sheets? Well, I am! And if you’ve been throwing away the scraps, well, then shame on you! How could you??? HOW COULD YOU???!!!!*tears*

Well, last Halloween, I got myself elbow-deep in puff pastry projects (Vegan Puff Pastry Voodoo Dolls, Veg Puff Mummies) and well, there were a lot of scraps after I cut out the voodoo dolls. So I put them in a freezer bag, and kept adding to it. Well, it’s been 6 months and it was time to take it out and put it to good use.

This is a fun project to do, especially with kids around. And it also works out as super quick (super cute!) snacks to put out when surprise guests visit.

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

There were no guests at my place, but there was a surprise puff pastry craving, and I did not want to open a new package of puff pastry while the scraps looked at me sadly from behind the freezer!

So I took it all out, assembled it on baking trays for baking. As my husband pointed out, doesn’t this one look like the Bat symbol from Batman???? I didn’t see it at first, but once I did, I couldn’t un-see it!

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

 Salvage any pieces large enough for you to shape into a croissant or a turnover. Separate the remaining scraps/bits by size – tiny, medium and large. Why? You’ll see!

Baking instructions

Brush the tops with milk, if you want them to turn golden brown as they bake. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F/200°C for 15-20 minutes. The smaller bits might just need 10 minutes.

1. Sugar Coat the tiny bits

The tiniest bits of leftover Puff pastry you have, can simply be baked and tossed in some icing sugar while still warm.

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

Brush the tops with milk, if you want them to turn golden brown as they bake. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F/200°C for 10-15 minutes. The smaller bits might just need 10 minutes.

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

Once baked, sprinkle generously with icing sugar and I mean GENEROUSLY! Douse them like Beignets! Enjoy! Keeps well for about a week stored in an air-tight container.

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

2. Chocolate Dip the medium bits

Instead of dousing with sugar, you can also dip the baked puff pastries in chocolate.

Brush with milk and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F/200°C for 15-20 minutes. Transfer immediately to a wire rack to cool completely, then dip in some melted chocolate. Return to the wire rack to set, and serve!

Keeps well for 2-3 days if stored in a single layer, in an air-tight container.

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

3. Savory toppings for the larger bits

When I say larger, I mean relatively larger. If it’s a big enough piece then by all means, trim to make a circle or a square and use as you normally would. I am talking about pieces that you can’t really make anything else out of.

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

On these, top with any savory flavours you like – here are my favourite flavour combos:

  1. Honey + red chilli flakes
  2. Triple Cheese blend (grated)
  3. Homemade Marinara
  4. Triple Cheese blend + Spring onions (chopped)
  5. Sesame seeds
  6. One with everything (I chose my Batman piece for the everything)

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F/200°C for 15-20 minutes and serve while still warm. The savory bits, especially the ones with cheese tend to get ‘tough’ when left to cool and there’s nothing worse than melted cheese that’s cooled and hardened.

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

See! How much fun was that??? And, your karma is also pleased at the no-waste upcycle!

When you make these (which I really think you SHOULD!), be sure to SHARE YOUR PHOTOS with me through Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. I’d love to see what you cook from here and will share it with pride on my social media feeds.

Don't throw away Leftover Puff Pastry bits! Instead, upcycle them into these dainty savory/sweet hors d'oeuvres!

You might also like

  • VEGAN Pastry Voodoo DollsVEGAN Pastry Voodoo Dolls
  • Savoury Veggie Puff TartSavoury Veggie Puff Tart
  • Veg Puff MummiesVeg Puff Mummies
  • Orange glazed and filled Croissant Donuts | CronutsOrange glazed and filled Croissant Donuts | Cronuts
  • Vegan Veg Puff MummiesVegan Veg Puff Mummies
  • Puff pastry Voodoo DollsPuff pastry Voodoo Dolls

Filed Under: 5 Ingredients or less, All Recipes, American, Appetizers, BAKED not Fried, Chocolate, Cuisines, Desserts, Kitchen Wisdom, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: leftover, no waste, puff pastry, scraps, upcycle

Previous Post: « ‘Good Friday’ Coconut Conjee w/ Peanut Chutney
Next Post: DIY Ice Bowls »

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Sandy says

    November 5, 2019 at 12:17 pm

    Omg!! Brilliant idea! They were almost as good as fresh beignets! And the dark chocolate I used was also great! Thank you!!!

    Reply
  2. Florence says

    March 31, 2018 at 11:19 am

    I will have to try this. Thank for the idea!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 2, 2018 at 3:29 pm

      You’re most welcome!

      Reply
  3. Raia Todd says

    April 5, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    I love making little cookies with leftover pie crust. Never thought to make a savory version, though! Definitely trying that next time. 😉

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 5, 2017 at 1:25 pm

      Yes please!

      Reply
  4. Jenn peas and crayons says

    April 5, 2017 at 12:26 pm

    The savory bites are CALLING me! Such a great post and fabulous ideas too!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 5, 2017 at 12:27 pm

      Thanks Jenn!!!

      Reply
  5. Luci's Morsels says

    April 5, 2017 at 12:05 pm

    This is genius! I never considered all of the options for those scraps. Thanks for sharing! Luci’s Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 5, 2017 at 12:13 pm

      No problem, Luci! Glad you like it!

      Reply
  6. Dannii says

    April 5, 2017 at 11:11 am

    What a great way to use up leftovers. I hate food waste, but I never would have thought of this.

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 5, 2017 at 11:44 am

      Next time, remember this awesome tip and reuse your puff pastry scraps!!! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

    April 5, 2017 at 10:51 am

    To me, there is nothing more satisfying than using leftovers and scraps that you’ve already got on hand to make something entirely new. It turns you into a kitchen Ninja!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 5, 2017 at 11:45 am

      I know, right! I love that name btw, kitchen ninja! Haiyaaa!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Tina Dawson Profile Picture

Hi! I'm Tina - the human behind all the content you see on this blog. Welcome to my little corner of the internet where I create flavorful and unique plant-based recipes.

Read More…

Let’s Connect!

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Subscribe to Email Newsletter

5 Ingredients or Less Ebook Cover

The Blank Canvas Store - Food Photography Backgrounds and Props Store

BUY CUSTOM FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY BACKGROUNDS + PROPS

Don’t Miss These!

VEGAN Pumpkin Shaped Rolls

VEGAN Pumpkin Shaped Rolls

Caramelised Onions in a plate

Caramelized Onions

VEGAN Iced Mocha Latte on wooden plate with coffee beans strewn on table

VEGAN Iced Mocha Latte

Raspberry Iced Tea

Raspberry Iced Tea

Dairy-free Mocha Hazelnut Cappuccino

[V] Mocha Hazelnut Cappuccino

Puff Pastry Voodoo dolls on a table with Halloween things

Puff pastry Voodoo Dolls

Copyright © 2023 · LOVEISINMYTUMMY · PRIVACY POLICY · CONTACT · StudioPress Themes

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.AcceptReject Learn More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non-necessary

Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.

SAVE & ACCEPT