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Spinach Puff Pastry Recipe

Spinach puff pastry has flaky golden pastry and a creamy spinach filling. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, from game day to elegant dinner parties.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 173 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 heet puff pastry thawed
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1 egg beaten

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium skillet, sauté the chopped spinach with garlic, salt, and pepper over medium heat for about 2 minutes, until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 10 equal circles by using a 2 inch biscuit cutter. You can also just cut it into squares.
  4. Spread 1 tablespoon of ricotta in the center of each pastry. Place about 1–2 tablespoons of the spinach mixture in the center. Sprinkle them with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg to give them a golden color when baked.
  6. Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Let the pastries cool slightly before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Keep your puff pastry cold until you're ready to use it. It needs to be not frozen but not warm, either.
  • You can use frozen spinach, just make sure to thaw and squeeze out ALL the excess water. Use about 1/2 cup of thawed frozen spinach to replace the 2 cups of fresh.
  • After sautéing the spinach, make sure it's well-drained. Nobody wants soggy pastries! 
  • Experiment with add-ins like crumbled feta cheese, sauteed mushrooms, or caramelized onions.
  • You can also freeze these before baking. Assemble the pastries completely, but don't egg wash them yet. Place them on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, about 2 hours. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag and store for up to 3 months. When you are ready to bake, brush with egg wash and put them straight into the oven, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
  • Keep your puff pastry cold until you're ready to use it. It needs to be not frozen but not warm, either.
  • You can use frozen spinach, just make sure to thaw and squeeze out ALL the excess water. Use about 1/2 cup of thawed frozen spinach to replace the 2 cups of fresh.
  • After sautéing the spinach, make sure it's well-drained. Nobody wants soggy pastries! 
  • Experiment with add-ins like crumbled feta cheese, sauteed mushrooms, or caramelized onions.
  • You can also freeze these before baking. Assemble the pastries completely, but don't egg wash them yet. Place them on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, about 2 hours. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag and store for up to 3 months. When you are ready to bake, brush with egg wash and put them straight into the oven, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.

Nutrition Information

Calories 173kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.002g Cholesterol 25mg (8%) Sodium 158mg (7%) Potassium 72mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 0.3g (1%) Vitamin A 661IU (13%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 51mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173

% Daily Value*

Calories 173kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.002g 0%
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 158mg 7%
Potassium 72mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 0.3g 1%
Vitamin A 661IU 13%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 51mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.