Description
Spinach puffs are a delicious and flaky snack that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh spinach and creamy cheeses, making them perfect for parties or cozy evenings at home. These bite-sized delights are easy to prepare and customizable with various ingredients, ensuring they will please any crowd. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauces for an irresistible treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach (packed)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 4 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, mix cooked spinach and garlic with cream cheese and feta. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares or circles.
- Spoon about a tablespoon of filling onto each piece of pastry. Fold over, seal edges, and crimp if desired.
- Place on the baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (32g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - Try adding different cheeses like ricotta or mozzarella for unique flavors. - Incorporate spices such as nutmeg or add sautéed mushrooms for extra depth.