Spinach and Cheese Puff Pastry Squares
Delightful puff pastry squares filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 squares 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine in a mixing bowl the chopped spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using) until well mixed.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into squares (approximately 3×3 inches).
- Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese mixture in the center of each square.
- Fold the corners over to create a pocket and pinch to seal.
- Arrange the squares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden and flaky.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Pairs well with a light salad or soup. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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