New Ideas for your vol au vents

Are you struggling to think of how to use you vol au vent cases? Do you always use the same fillings? Do you need some new inspiration for flavours? We have listed our favourite ways to use vol au vent cases, we hope you find them useful:-

1.    Mini quiches: Fill vol-au-vent cases with a mixture of eggs, milk, cheese, and vegetables or meat of your choice, then bake until set. These mini quiches are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack.

2.    Dessert cups: Fill vol-au-vent cases with a sweet filling such as chocolate mousse, lemon curd, or fruit compote. Top with whipped cream or frosting for an elegant and easy dessert.

3.    Taco cups: Fill vol-au-vent cases with seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken, then top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream for a fun twist on taco night.

4.    Soup cups: Use vol-au-vent cases as edible cups for serving soup, such as tomato soup or chowder. Fill the vol-au-vent cases with soup and serve with a spoon for a unique presentation (This ideal for larger vol au vents)

5.    Mini pies: Fill vol-au-vent cases with your favourite pie filling, such as apple, rhubarb, or cherry. Bake until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown for mini pies that are perfect for parties or as a sweet snack.

6.    Mini burgers: Fill vol-au-vent cases with mini burger patties, cheese, and toppings such as bacon, lettuce, and tomato for a bite-sized version of a classic burger.

7. Open Mince Pies: This seasonal option is a variation on the popular mince pie. Fill the pastry case with mincemeat, heat through and just sprinkle with icing sugar before serving.