Description
Colcannon Puffs are a deliciously crispy pastry filled with a creamy blend of mashed potatoes, sautéed cabbage, and fresh green onions. Each bite offers a comforting taste of traditional Irish colcannon, making these puffs perfect for appetizers or snacks. They’re easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite flavors, ensuring they impress at any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or russet potatoes
- 1 small head green cabbage (or kale)
- ½ cup finely chopped green onions
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a skillet, melt half the butter over medium heat. Sauté chopped cabbage until soft and slightly caramelized (5-7 minutes).
- Combine the mashed potatoes, sautéed cabbage, green onions, and remaining butter in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick; cut into squares.
- Spoon filling onto each square, fold over and seal edges securely.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place puffs on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg