Description
These golden, flaky Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Pastries are the perfect savory snack or appetizer. Made with puff pastry and filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta, Parmesan, and fresh spinach, they’re flavorful, easy to prepare, and great for brunch, parties, or lunchboxes.
Ingredients
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2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
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2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -
Prepare Filling:
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Let it cool slightly.
In a bowl, combine cooked spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. -
Assemble Pastries:
Roll out the puff pastry sheets slightly if needed and cut each into equal squares or rectangles (typically 4 per sheet).
Place a spoonful of the spinach-cheese mixture in the center of each piece. Fold over to form a triangle or rectangle and press edges with a fork to seal. -
Add Egg Wash & Bake:
Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. - Serve:
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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You can use frozen spinach (thawed and drained) instead of fresh—use about ¾ cup after draining.
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Add a pinch of nutmeg to the filling for a warm, subtle flavor.
- These can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean