These Spinach and Feta Puff Pastries are a delightful addition to any Thanksgiving spread. Flaky pastry filled with savory spinach and creamy feta cheese makes for a perfect appetizer or side dish.
The recipe is simple and quick to prepare, allowing you to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
Easy Spinach and Feta Puff Pastries
This recipe features buttery puff pastry filled with a mixture of fresh spinach, crumbled feta cheese, and aromatic herbs. It takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 package (17.3 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté Spinach: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine the sautéed spinach, feta cheese, cream cheese, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix until well combined.
- Prepare Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into squares or rectangles, about 4×4 inches.
- Fill Pastry: Place a spoonful of the spinach and feta mixture in the center of each pastry square. Fold the pastry over to form a triangle and seal the edges with a fork.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake: Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a delicious addition to your Thanksgiving meal.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 pastries
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
