Description
These Mini Beef Wellingtons are everything you love about the classic dish—tender seared beef, savory mushroom duxelles, and golden puff pastry—wrapped into the perfect bite-sized package. Ideal for holidays, parties, or date night dinner ideas, they’re easier than you think and always a hit at the table!
Ingredients
For the Beef Wellingtons:
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1 lb beef tenderloin, cut into 1.5–2 inch cubes
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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2 slices prosciutto, halved
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
For the Mushroom Duxelles:
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8 oz cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
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1 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 shallot, minced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
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Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Sear the beef: Season beef cubes with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear cubes for 1 minute on each side. Set aside to cool.
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Make the duxelles: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add shallot and garlic; sauté 1–2 minutes. Add mushrooms and thyme, cooking until all moisture evaporates and mixture becomes paste-like. Season and let cool.
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Roll and cut pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry and cut into squares large enough to wrap each beef piece.
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Assemble: Spread a small amount of Dijon on each square. Layer with half a prosciutto slice, a spoonful of duxelles, and a seared beef cube. Fold the pastry around the beef, sealing tightly. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
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Brush with egg wash and chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes.
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Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until pastry is puffed and golden brown. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Chill the assembled Wellingtons before baking to help them hold shape.
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Don’t skip the duxelles—it keeps the pastry crisp and adds tons of flavor.
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Want a twist? Add a small cube of blue cheese or Boursin in the center before wrapping.
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These freeze beautifully! Freeze unbaked Wellingtons and bake straight from frozen (add 5–7 minutes to bake time).
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British, American
Keywords: Best Beef Wellington Recipe