Cheese and Spinach Bourekas

Golden, flaky, and impossibly delicious, these Cheese and Spinach Bourekas are the perfect savory pastry for any occasion. Featuring a rich filling of tangy feta cheese, creamy cream cheese, and sautéed spinach, these bourekas are encased in buttery puff pastry and finished with a golden egg wash and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this Middle Eastern-inspired treat is an impressive yet simple dish for brunch, appetizers, or even a light dinner. Serve warm and enjoy the satisfying combination of creamy, cheesy goodness and crisp, flaky pastry. This easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for spinach and cheese lovers seeking a crowd-pleasing snack or meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
• 200 grams feta cheese
• 100 grams cream cheese
• 150 grams spinach
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Thaw puff pastry sheets according to package instructions.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool before chopping finely.

Step 4

In a large bowl, mix together the feta cheese, cream cheese, chopped spinach, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Lightly dust a clean surface with flour and roll out each puff pastry sheet to about a 12x12 inch square.

Step 6

Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares, resulting in 8 squares total.

Step 7

Place a tablespoon of the cheese and spinach filling onto the center of each square.

Step 8

Fold each square in half diagonally to form a triangle, sealing the edges by pressing with a fork.

Step 9

In a small bowl, beat the egg yolk with water to make an egg wash.

Step 10

Brush the tops of the bourekas with the egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds over them.

Step 11

Transfer the bourekas to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.

Step 12

Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(679.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1883.5

Total Fat 150.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.3g
Cholesterol 683.0mg	0%
Sodium 4507.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 59.2g	0%

Vitamin D 104.0IU	0%
Calcium 1264.5mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 1397.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.0%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 16.6%