Description
Spinach Puffs are a delightful and savory treat that combines flaky pastry with a creamy filling of fresh spinach, ricotta, and feta cheese. Perfect for parties, these bite-sized snacks are not only easy to make but are sure to impress your guests with their irresistible flavor. Whether served warm as an appetizer or at room temperature for a picnic, Spinach Puffs fit seamlessly into any gathering. Their unique blend of textures and tastes will keep you coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 17.3 ounces frozen puff pastry
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Sauté the chopped onion in olive oil over medium heat until translucent, then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Stir in spinach until wilted, then remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with ricotta, feta, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares or circles.
- Place a spoonful of filling on each piece of pastry, fold over, seal edges with a fork, and brush with beaten egg.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (approx. 40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg