Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of flaky pastry and rich cream cheese filling with these Spinach Puffs. Bursting with the earthy goodness of spinach and enhanced by melty cheeses, these delightful bites are perfect for gatherings or as a quick snack. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, they offer a deliciously comforting experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine thawed spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into 3-inch circles.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle. Fold over to form half-moons and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush each puff with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (40g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg