Mini Puff Pastry Tartlet Shells Neutral Ø38 mm 140 pcs MIO

Mini Puff Pastry Tartlet Shells Neutral MIO: the ready base for sweet and savoury finger food

The Mini Puff Pastry Tartlet Shells Neutral Ø38 mm MIO are pre-baked, neutral-tasting puff pastry shells designed for the Swiss food service sector that demands speed, visual appeal and versatility. Each carton contains 140 pieces, the ideal format for buffets, aperitifs, events and high-volume à la carte service. These mignon tartlets are ready to use: simply fill them at the moment of service to obtain elegant, perfectly calibrated bites, with no need to knead, roll out or bake the base yourself.

The compact 38 mm diameter makes them the classic "one bite", the single mouthful that defines professional finger food: the guest enjoys it in a single gesture, with no crumbs and no fuss. The light, crumbly puff pastry offers that crisp contrast that enhances any filling, while the rigid shell holds its shape and supports creamy fillings, mousses, creams and structured compositions.

Product features

• Type: tartlet / shells in puff pastry, neutral flavour, pre-baked
• Diameter: Ø 38 mm — mignon "one bite" finger-food format
• Packaging: carton of 140 pieces
• Brand: MIO
• Origin: Italy
• Use: sweet and savoury filling, ready to use

Versatility: a single base, endless fillings

The great advantage of the neutral shell is total creative freedom. The same base lends itself to both savoury and sweet, allowing the kitchen to optimise purchasing and reduce stock-keeping units. On the savoury side, the shells hold salmon mousse, fish tartare, cheese creams, pâtés, ratatouille, prawns, lumpfish caviar, cold veloutés and diced vegetables. On the sweet side, they become vessels for pastry cream and fresh fruit, chocolate ganache, namelaka, mousses, lemon curd, cream and praline crunch.

• Aperitifs and cocktails: savoury bites ready in minutes for banqueting and receptions
• Mignon patisserie: mini fruit, cream and chocolate tartlets for display cases and dessert buffets
• Catering and events: consistent yield and fast plating across large volumes
• Bars and cafés: quick savoury offerings at aperitif time

Professional yield and time management

For a professional kitchen, time is the real cost. With MIO tartlets you eliminate the preparation and baking phases of the base, halving mise en place time. Staff can fill dozens of pieces in series with identical dimensions, achieving a homogeneous result that the guest perceives as artisanal and well crafted. The crumbliness of the pastry and the regular rim guarantee an impeccable presentation on every tray.

Storage and usage tips

Store the shells in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and heat sources, in the well-resealed original packaging to preserve their freshness. Once opened, protect the remaining shells in an airtight container to maintain their crispness. We recommend filling the shells as close as possible to the moment of service: moist fillings tend to soften the puff pastry, so for creamy or liquid fillings it is best to fill at the last moment or create a barrier (melted chocolate, clarified butter) on the base. To revive crispness, the shells can be placed in a hot oven for a few minutes before use.

Why choose them for your business

The Mini Puff Pastry Tartlet Shells Neutral MIO are the rational choice for those who work at volume: a single, neutral and reliable base that reduces waste, speeds up service and offers endless sweet and savoury filling possibilities. LAPA distributes them throughout Switzerland with fast deliveries to Zurich, Geneva, Lugano and Basel, guaranteeing supply continuity to restaurants, hotels, caterers, patisseries and bars.