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Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Pastry

Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Pastry

Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Pastry is a flavorful and comforting snack combining creamy cheeses and fresh spinach wrapped in a golden, flaky pastry. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make appetizer offers a rich yet fresh taste, ideal for breakfast, lunch, or parties. Its versatile recipe allows for customization to suit dietary preferences and can be prepared ahead for stress-free entertaining.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 pastries 1x

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh spinach, washed and finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter (for sautéing and brushing)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 3 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Pastry

  • 6–8 sheets phyllo or puff pastry sheets
  • Melted butter or olive oil, for brushing

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: Wash and finely chop fresh spinach. In a pan, sauté minced garlic and finely chopped onions in olive oil until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool. Once cooled, mix in room temperature cream cheese, crumbled feta, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Prepare the pastry sheets: Lay out phyllo or puff pastry sheets on a clean surface. If using phyllo, brush each sheet lightly with melted butter or olive oil to ensure flakiness after baking.
  3. Assemble the pastries: Spoon a generous amount of the spinach and cheese filling onto one end of each pastry sheet. Roll or fold the pastry around the filling to form neat parcels or triangles. Seal the edges gently using water or egg wash to prevent fillings from leaking.
  4. Bake to golden perfection: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the stuffed pastries on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown and crisp.
  5. Cool and serve: Allow the pastries to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving to let the filling set and avoid burning.

Notes

  • Drain spinach well: Excess moisture can make the pastry soggy, so squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  • Don’t overfill: Keep the fillings moderate to ensure even baking and prevent bursting.
  • Use room temperature cheeses: Helps mix filling evenly without lumps.
  • Brush pastry edges: Seal pastries tightly using water or egg wash for best hold.
  • Customize baking time: Ovens vary; watch closely for crispy golden exterior.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pastry
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg

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