Crispy Spinach Stuffed Pastry Recipe – Easy Savory Puff Dinner Bites
Golden, flaky puff pastry filled with creamy spinach, tangy cheeses, and a hint of lemon zest—these savory bites are quick to make and perfect for family dinners, parties, or cozy snacks. The recipe is flexible for dietary needs and delivers comfort food with a crisp, satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 pastries 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fresh baby spinach, chopped (or frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry)
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 9 oz)
- All-purpose flour, for dusting
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- If using fresh spinach, rinse, pat dry, and chop finely. If using frozen, thaw and squeeze out excess water.
- In a large bowl, mix spinach, ricotta, feta, parmesan, red onion, garlic, beaten egg, lemon zest, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Lightly flour your work surface. Unfold puff pastry and gently roll out to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut pastry into 9 squares (about 3 x 3 inches each). Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling onto the center of each square.
- Fold each square into a triangle or rectangle, pressing edges together. Crimp edges with a fork to seal.
- Place pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 18–22 minutes, until deep golden brown and crisp. Rotate tray halfway through baking.
- Cool pastries on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm.
Notes
Work with cold puff pastry for best flakiness. Don’t overfill pastries to prevent leaks. Prep filling ahead for convenience. For extra crispy bottoms, preheat the baking sheet before placing pastries. Use gluten-free or vegan substitutes as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
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