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Spinach Puffs Recipe

These Spinach Puffs are a delicious and classic party appetizer. Cheesy and savory, they're always a big hit, and so easy to make.
Author Diana
Servings 9 Servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

For the filling:

  • ½ cup (113 g) cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup (75 g) feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups fresh chopped spinach
  • 1 tablespoon chopped dill
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

For the dough:

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon of water, for egg wash

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), or 170°C if using a fan oven, and lightly spray the cups of a muffin pan with non-stick spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, feta cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, spinach, dill, garlic, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  • Unfold your puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface, and roll it out just to remove any creases.
  • Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the puff pastry sheet into 9 squares and press them into your prepared muffin pan (stretch each square a little if needed).
  • Divide the filling between the muffin cups, then to seal them bring all 4 edges of each puff together and press to seal.
  • Using a pastry brush, lightly brush each puff with egg wash.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven, allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then with a knife loosen the edges and remove the puffs onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • To make mini puffs: Use a mini muffin tin, and cut the pastry dough into 18 squares instead of 9. Follow the recipe to create the tarts, and bake them for 10-15 minutes, or until golden.
  • Remember to thaw the puff pastry. You may need to plan ahead a little bit here. I typically just leave it in the fridge overnight.
  • Make early in the day: You can assemble the spinach puffs up to 3 or 4 hours in advance. Leave them in the pan, cover it, and refrigerate until you're ready. Then, bake as directed.
  • Freeze: Spinach puffs can be frozen cooked or uncooked. If you freeze them uncooked, you can bake them from frozen. They'll take 5 or 10 additional minutes to cook through. If you freeze them already cooked, they can be reheated in the microwave or air fryer.
  • To store leftovers: Keep the puffs covered and in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puff | Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 270mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 911IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg