Mini Mushroom & Gruyere Pot Pies with Thyme
These mini mushroom and feta Gruyere pot pies are rich yet refined, filled with earthy mushrooms, fragrant thyme, silky sauce, and nutty Gruyere cheese, all tucked under a flaky golden crust.Inspired by Mediterranean countryside cooking meets French bistro style, they’re perfect for special dinners, winter meals, or elegant entertaining.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
Filling
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
250 g mushrooms (cremini / button / mix), sliced
1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
2 tbsp flour
¾ cup milk (or unsweetened oat milk)
¼ cup vegetable broth
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Cheese
¾ cup Gruyere cheese, grated
Crust
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
Heat olive oil and butter in a pan over medium heat
Add onion/shallot and cook 3–4 minutes until soft
Add mushrooms and cook 6–8 minutes until browned and moisture evaporates
Stir in garlic and thyme; cook 30 seconds
Sprinkle flour and stir well
Slowly add milk and broth, stirring until thick and creamy
Season with salt and pepper
Remove from heat and stir in Gruyere
Assemble the Pot Pies
Preheat oven to 200°C
Divide filling among oven-safe ramekins
Cut puff pastry slightly larger than ramekins
Place pastry on top and seal edges
Brush with egg wash
Cut a small slit on top for steam
Bake
Bake 22–25 minutes until golden and bubbling
Rest 5 minutes before serving
Tips
Mushrooms must be well browned for deep flavor
Gruyere melts best when freshly grated
Add spinach or leeks for variation
Use olive-oil pastry for a more Mediterranean feel
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Mediterranean-diet friendly?
Yes, in moderation — vegetables, olive oil, herbs, controlled dairy
Can I make it vegetarian only?
It already is
Can I prepare ahead?
Filling can be made 1 day ahead; assemble before baking
Can I freeze it?
Freeze unbaked pies (without egg wash) up to 1 month
Nutritional Information
Calories: 420
Protein: 14 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fat: 28 g
Fiber: 3 g