Easy Spinach Squares

Elevate your appetizer game with these Easy Spinach Squares, a crowd-pleasing recipe that's deliciously simple to make! Packed with the wholesome goodness of tender spinach, rich melted butter, and gooey cheddar cheese, these savory bites are perfectly balanced with a light and fluffy texture, thanks to a quick batter made from eggs, milk, and a touch of baking powder. With just 15 minutes of prep time and pantry staples like all-purpose flour and seasonings, these squares bake to golden perfection in under 35 minutes. They're an ideal make-ahead option for parties, potlucks, or an on-the-go snack. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a versatile dish that's as comforting as it is crave-worthy. Optimize your next gathering with this easy, cheesy spinach recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 10 oz frozen spinach
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 stick butter
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Set aside.

Step 3

Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop and set it aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and melted butter until well combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 7

Fold in the thawed spinach and shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the spinach squares to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before cutting them into 12 pieces.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1144.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2578.4

Total Fat 187.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 1087.7mg	0%
Sodium 4182.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 105.0g	0%

Vitamin D 248.4IU	0%
Calcium 2326.5mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 2331.4mg	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: 64.6%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 19.3%