A “whole” baked pastry puff shell before top is removed.
Pastry puff shells are baked whole. Simply remove from package, separate along perforations, place on a baking sheet and bake.
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Frozen puff pastry shells on unlined baking sheet.
I did not use parchment paper. The puffs baked to flaky perfection and did not stick to the pan. Easily removed! You may use parchment paper if desired.
“Whole” flaky baked puff pastry shells with tops. They are fresh from the oven, beautiful and golden brown. Top removed from a baked pastry puff shell.
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Puff Pastry Breakfast Cup
This Pastry Puff Breakfast Cup contains scrambled eggs and cheese stuffed inside a flaky pastry puff shell and drizzled with honey. Serve as a side or main dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Recipe and photography by Beverly Davis for CornbreadMillionaire.com.
Separate puff pastry shells and arrange on ungreased baking sheet. If desired, line with parchment paper. Bake according to instructions on back of package. I reduced oven temp to 400 (package suggests 425 degrees) for even baking in my oven. Adjust your oven temp if necessary.
While pastry shells are baking, prepare scrambled eggs and cheese.
In medium sized bowl, thoroughly combine 3 eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, milk (whole or 2%), salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside.
Place 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil (or olive oil) in a medium sized skillet. Warm over "low" heat until hot.
Pour egg mixture into hot greased skillet. Increase heat to medium. Use a rubber spatula to turn eggs and cheese for 2-3 minutes. "Scramble" by breaking into small pieces with spatula. Cook 2 minutes longer if hard scrambled eggs are preferred.
Remove from heat. Set aside.
Remove baked puff pastry shells from oven. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes. Carefully remove tops which will come out easily.
Fill each shell with scrambled cheese and eggs. Serve immediately.
