Introduction
A festive plant based centerpiece featuring savory mushroom duxelles wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for holiday gatherings.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This dish impresses guests with its elegant presentation while being entirely vegan. The rich mushroom filling and golden pastry create a memorable meal.
Ingredients
- 1 package vegan puff pastry thawed
- 1 pound mixed mushrooms finely chopped
- 1 large onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
- 1 tablespoon plant based milk for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
- Add mushrooms and garlic to the skillet. Cook until mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates about 10 minutes.
- Stir in thyme nutritional yeast breadcrumbs soy sauce and walnuts if using. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes then remove from heat to cool.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface. Place cooled mushroom mixture in the center shaping it into a log.
- Fold pastry over the filling sealing edges with a fork. Brush with plant based milk.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Protein: 8g
Serving Suggestions
Serve with roasted vegetables mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce for a complete holiday feast.
Recipe Variations
Add lentils for extra protein or use pecans instead of walnuts. For a gluten free version use gluten free pastry and breadcrumbs.
Chef’s Tips
Ensure the mushroom mixture is completely cool before wrapping in pastry to prevent sogginess. Make ahead by preparing the filling a day in advance.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes