If you love classic Beef Wellington but want something fun and party-friendly, these Beef Wellington Bites are your new favorite appetizer. They have tender beef, a savory mushroom mixture, and buttery puff pastry all in one delicious bite.
I started making these for holiday gatherings and they disappeared faster than anything else on the table. They feel fancy, but they’re actually simple enough for weeknight entertaining or a cozy date night.
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- Why everyone loves Beef Wellington Bites
- Ingredients to make Beef Wellington Bites
- Tools to make Mini Beef Wellington Bites
- How to make Beef Wellington Bites
- Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips
- Eileen's Tips for the Best Beef Wellington Bites
- Change up ingredients for Beef Wellington Bites
- FAQs for the Best Mini Beef Wellington Bites
- Serving Suggestions
- Similar recipes
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Why everyone loves Beef Wellington Bites
- Elegant enough for entertaining but easy enough for beginners
- Crispy, buttery puff pastry with perfectly tender beef
- A crowd pleaser that works for holidays, parties, or cozy nights at home
If you enjoy recipes like this, you might also love my cranberry meatballs, Dr. Pepper Lil Smokies, and spinach artichoke stuffed mushrooms. They all make great shareable appetizers for parties
Ingredients to make Beef Wellington Bites
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- beef tenderloin
- salt
- black pepper
- olive oil
- Dijon mustard
- unsalted butter
- shallot
- garlic
- mushrooms
- fresh rosemary or fresh thyme
- puff pastry
- egg
Tools to make Mini Beef Wellington Bites
- Cast iron skillet
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Stainless steel mixing bowls
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Pastry brush
How to make Beef Wellington Bites
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Step 1: Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and quickly sear the beef on all sides for about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the mushrooms, shallot, garlic, and rosemary or thyme. Cook until the mixture is dry and all moisture has evaporated. Set aside to cool.
- Step 3: Roll out the thawed puff pastry and cut it into squares. Fill the squares with a spoonful of the mixture. Then, add a piece of beef. Pinch the seams to seal.
- Step 4: Place each wrapped bite seam side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F so the pastry stays crisp.
Make ahead: You can assemble the bites up to one day ahead. Keep them unbaked and refrigerated. Brush with egg wash right before baking.
Freezing: Freeze unbaked bites on a tray until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen at 400°F, adding a few extra minutes.
Eileen's Tips for the Best Beef Wellington Bites
- Make sure the mushroom mixture is completely dry so the pastry stays crisp.
- Sear the beef quickly so it stays tender inside after baking.
- Keep the puff pastry cold while working with it to help it bake up flaky.
Change up ingredients for Beef Wellington Bites
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways to change the flavor of this dish.
- Protein: Swap the beef for pork tenderloin cubes for a more budget friendly version.
- Add a little blue cheese on top of the beef before sealing the pastry.
- Mix in chopped spinach with the mushroom filling for extra flavor.
FAQs for the Best Mini Beef Wellington Bites
Yes. Sirloin works well as a more affordable option. Just avoid cuts that get tough with quick cooking.
You can, but the pastry is crispiest when freshly baked. Reheat in the oven, not the microwave.
Serving Suggestions
These beef wellington bites make a great appetizer before your holiday meal. Our go-to recipes for our holiday meal are Maple Glazed Ham, Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans and Mushrooms.
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Beef Wellington Bites
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Equipment Needed:
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef tenderloin (cut into 1-inch cubes) (450 g)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
- 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter (30 g)
- 1 small shallot (finely chopped)
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 cup mushrooms (finely chopped) (100 g)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves or fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 large egg (beaten) (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season 1 pound beef tenderloin (cut into 1-inch cubes) with 1 teaspoon saltand ½ teaspoon black pepper. Heat 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and quickly sear beef on all sides, about 1–2 minutes. Remove and brush each piece with Dijon mustard.
- To make the mushroom mixture, in the same skillet, melt 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter. Add 1 cup mushrooms (finely chopped), 1 small shallot (finely chopped), 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves or fresh thyme (chopped). Cook until the mixture is dry and the moisture has evaporated. Let cool.
- Roll out 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed) and cut into squares large enough to wrap each piece of beef.
- Add a spoonful of mushroom mixture to the center of each square. Place a beef cube on top. Gather the four corners of the pastry, pinch tightly, and seal well on all edges.
- Place parcels seam-side down on a lined baking tray. Brush tops with the egg wash.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, until pastry is golden brown.
- Serve warm.
NOTES
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
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