Spinach Cheese Puffs

Delight your taste buds with these golden, flaky Spinach Cheese Puffs, a perfect combination of creamy, cheesy goodness wrapped in buttery puff pastry. This crowd-pleasing appetizer features a savory filling made with fresh spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan, infused with a hint of garlic for a burst of flavor in every bite. Simple to prepare in just 40 minutes from start to finish, these puffs are ideal for entertaining, whether as a holiday hors d’oeuvre or a delicious party snack. The crisp, golden pastry paired with the melty cheese filling makes them impossible to resist! Plus, their easy handheld size ensures they're as convenient to serve as they are satisfying to eat. Try this quick and versatile recipe for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a new favorite. Perfect for search terms like "easy spinach appetizers," "cheesy puff pastry recipes," and "party snacks with spinach."

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 5 cups Fresh spinach
• 4 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to the package instructions. Once thawed, lightly flour your work surface and roll out each sheet slightly to smooth out folds.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the garlic (minced) in a little oil for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 4

Once cooled, press any excess moisture out of the spinach using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Add the cooled spinach and mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Cut the puff pastry sheets into 3-inch squares (you should get about 9 squares per sheet, resulting in 18 squares).

Step 7

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the spinach-cheese mixture into the center of each square. Fold the pastry over into a triangle and press the edges together with a fork to seal.

Step 8

In a small bowl, beat the egg to make an egg wash. Brush the top of each puff with the egg wash to ensure a golden finish when baked.

Step 9

Place the puffs on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffy.

Step 10

Let the spinach cheese puffs cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as an appetizer or snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(607.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1706.3

Total Fat 121.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 458.8mg	0%
Sodium 3290.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.1g
Protein 70.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1560.7mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 364.6mg	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: 63.9%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 19.6%