Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMerritt CanteenBroccoli, Cheddar, And Bacon Bites Recipe

Broccoli, Cheddar, And Bacon Bites Recipe

Inspired by Merritt Canteen
Time45m
Serves12

Crisp bites filled with broccoli, cheddar, and smoky bacon.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Baking

Condiments

Eggs

Miscellaneous

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the bites.

  2. 2

    Prepare Broccoli

    Wash and chop the broccoli florets into small pieces. Steam or boil them for about 3-5 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside to cool.

  3. 3

    Cook Bacon

    If not already cooked, fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from heat, drain on paper towels, and chop into small pieces.

Mixing Filling

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Preparing Pastry

  1. 5

    Roll Out Puff Pastry

    On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth it out. Cut the pastry into squares of about 3x3 inches.

  2. 6

    Fill Pastry Squares

    Place a spoonful of the broccoli mixture in the center of each pastry square. Be careful not to overfill.

  3. 7

    Seal Bites

    Fold the corners of the square over the filling to create a pocket. Pinch the seams to seal the edges securely.

Baking

  1. 8

    Prepare for Baking

    Place the sealed bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

  2. 9

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bites are golden brown and puffed.

Serving

  1. 10

    Cool and Serve

    Once baked, allow the bites to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your crispy broccoli, cheddar, and bacon bites!

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