Pizza Bourekas
These golden, flaky puff pastry pockets are filled with a savory, herb-infused tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese, making them the ultimate comfort food snack.
Ingredients
- •1 sheet (approx. 450g) frozen puff pastry, thawed in the refrigerator
- •1/2 cup (125ml) high-quality pizza sauce or marinara
- •1 1/2 cups (150g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- •1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
- •1 teaspoon dried oregano
- •1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- •1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it is about 1/8-inch thick, then cut it into 9 equal squares.
- 3
Place a small spoonful of pizza sauce in the center of each square, being careful not to spread it too close to the edges.
- 4
Top the sauce with a generous pinch of shredded mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan and dried oregano.
- 5
Brush the edges of the pastry squares with the beaten egg, then fold each square into a triangle, pressing the edges firmly with a fork to seal.
- 6
Arrange the triangles on the prepared baking sheet, brush the tops with the remaining egg wash, and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- 7
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed, deep golden brown, and the cheese is bubbling inside.
💡 Chef tips
- Ensure your puff pastry is cold when it goes into the oven; if it gets too warm while assembling, pop the tray in the freezer for 5 minutes before baking to ensure maximum flakiness.
- To make these ahead, assemble the bourekas, place them on a tray, and freeze them raw; bake directly from frozen, adding 5-8 minutes to the total cook time.
- Feel free to add sliced olives, mushrooms, or sautéed onions to the filling, just ensure they are finely chopped so the pastry seals properly.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished bourekas should be beautifully puffed and golden-brown with a crisp, buttery exterior that gives way to a warm, gooey, and aromatic tomato-cheese center.