Description
Spinach Puff Pastry is a delightful appetizer that combines flaky pastry with a creamy spinach filling, making it perfect for gatherings, parties, or just a cozy snack. This easy recipe comes together in about 30 minutes and features fresh ingredients like spinach, garlic, and cheese, creating a savory bite that will impress your guests. The golden color and elegant presentation of these pastries make them an ideal addition to any platter. You can easily customize the filling with your favorite cheeses or herbs to suit your taste. Enjoy these delicious bites warm or at room temperature, and watch them disappear in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 egg (beaten) for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté chopped spinach and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes.
- In the center of each pastry shape, place 1 tablespoon of ricotta cheese followed by 1–2 tablespoons of the cooled spinach mixture and shredded mozzarella.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg