Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastry, a Mediterranean-inspired treat that combines flaky pastry with a rich filling of fresh spinach and creamy cheeses. These pastries are perfect for any occasion—whether as a light brunch item, a satisfying snack, or an elegant appetizer for gatherings. With their irresistible taste and flaky texture, they are guaranteed to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets Puff Pastry (thawed)
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese (or cottage cheese)
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (or Pecorino Romano)
- 1 Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped spinach until wilted. Let it cool slightly before mixing it with ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares.
- Place 1–2 tablespoons of the spinach mixture in the center of each square. Fold them into triangles or rectangles and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffed up and golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 28mg