Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Bites Recipe
Deliciously flaky spinach and feta puff pastry bites, perfect as a savory appetizer or snack. These golden pockets combine fresh spinach, creamy feta, and cream cheese, baked to perfection with an optional sesame seed garnish for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it's hot and ready for baking the pastries.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, softened cream cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Roll and Cut Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface to prevent sticking. Cut the dough into 3-inch squares using a knife or pastry cutter.
- Fill Pastry Squares: Spoon a small amount of the spinach and feta mixture into the center of each pastry square.
- Shape Pastries: Fold the corners of each square inward over the filling forming a pocket. Press the edges with a fork to seal the pastries securely.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg to give them a golden, glossy finish once baked. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired for extra texture and flavor.
- Bake Pastries: Arrange the filled pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is thawed properly before rolling to avoid tearing.
- For extra flavor, add herbs like dill or oregano to the filling mixture.
- If you prefer a crispier bottom, bake on a preheated baking stone or heavy baking sheet.
- These bites can be prepared ahead, kept refrigerated, and baked fresh before serving.
- Substitute feta with goat cheese for a creamier texture and tangier taste.
