Introduction
Beef Wellington is the king of New Year’s dinners, but these “Mini Bites” are the trending way to serve it for a cocktail party. They offer all the luxury of the full roast—tender beef, savory mushrooms, and flaky pastry—in a single, perfect finger-food bite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Luxury Finger Food: High-end appeal for an “Elegant” NYE party.
- Trending for 2026: “Red meat is back,” and people are craving these classic, hearty bites.
- Impressive Presentation: They look like they came from a professional caterer.
- Rich & Savory: Deep umami flavors from the mushroom duxelles.
- Bite-Sized Ease: No knives or forks required!
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped (duxelles)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Quickly sear the beef cubes in a hot pan just to brown the outside (leave the inside rare). Brush each cube with a tiny bit of Dijon mustard.
- Sauté the mushrooms until all liquid is gone.
- Cut puff pastry into small squares. Place a dollop of mushrooms and a beef cube on each.
- Fold the pastry around the beef and seal.
- Brush with egg wash and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden.
Tips
You can find pre-made “Mini Filet Mignon en Croute” at places like Trader Joe’s if you need a time-saving shortcut for a last-minute party!