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Savory Spinach & Feta Puff Pastry Bites

Flaky golden puff pastry filled with creamy spinach, feta cheese, and herbs for the perfect Mediterranean-inspired appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese optional
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Pastry
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Sauté garlic in olive oil, add spinach and cook until wilted. Cool slightly.
  3. Mix spinach with feta, cream cheese, parsley, and black pepper.
  4. Cut puff pastry into equal squares.
  5. Place filling in center and fold to seal.
  6. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds.
  7. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden and puffed.

Notes

Keep pastry chilled for best results and avoid overfilling.