Crispy Golden Puff Pastry with Spinach & Cheese 🥐🌿🧀✨
Every flaky bite melts in your mouth—crispy puff pastry filled with creamy spinach and cheesy goodness. A perfect appetizer, snack, or light meal.
Ingredients 🛒
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup ricotta or cream cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions 👩🍳
- Cook spinach: Heat olive oil in skillet. Add garlic and spinach. Cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Cool slightly.
- Mix filling: Combine spinach with ricotta, mozzarella, and feta until creamy.
- Assemble: Place filling on one sheet of puff pastry. Cover with second sheet. Seal edges with fork. Cut into squares.
- Egg wash: Brush top with beaten egg. Sprinkle sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Serve: Enjoy warm, flaky, and cheesy pastries.
Tips 🌟
- Extra creamy: Add cream cheese for richer filling.
- Variation: Mix in mushrooms or caramelized onions.
- Serving idea: Pair with a fresh salad or dipping sauce.
Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: ~50 minutes
- Servings: 9 squares
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Crispy golden puff pastry stuffed with creamy spinach and cheesy goodness—every flaky bite melts in your mouth 🌿🧀✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you add feta or keep it simple?”
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