Description
Spinach Feta Puff Pastry Bites bring Mediterranean charm to your appetizer spread with elegant simplicity. Golden, flaky pastry hugs creamy feta and tender spinach, delivering irresistible flavor that will enchant guests at first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry
- 16 ounces (454 grams) frozen chopped spinach
- 8 ounces (227 grams) feta cheese, finely chopped or crumbled
- 3 eggs
Aromatic and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ small yellow onion, finely diced (about ¼ cup)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) and arrange the baking rack in the middle position.
- Gently unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and smooth out any visible creases with a light rolling motion, ensuring an even surface.
- Slice the pastry sheet into nine uniform squares by creating a precise 3×3 grid using a sharp knife.
- Delicately press each pastry square into the compartments of a 9-cup muffin tin, making certain the dough extends fully up the sides of each cup.
- Place frozen spinach in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse with warm water until completely defrosted, then firmly press out excess moisture using paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained spinach, crumbled feta cheese, finely diced onion, and two whole eggs, seasoning with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Generously distribute the spinach and feta mixture into each pastry-lined muffin cup, ensuring an even allocation.
- Whisk the remaining egg in a small bowl and carefully brush the exposed pastry edges and tops with the egg wash to promote a beautiful golden-brown color during baking.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry achieves a crisp, golden appearance.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pastry bites to rest in the tin for approximately 5 minutes, which helps them set and makes removal easier.
- Gently extract the spinach feta puffs from the muffin tin and serve either warm or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer or light meal.
Notes
- Meal Prep Magic: Thaw frozen spinach thoroughly to prevent soggy pastry bites and ensure a crisp, delightful texture that will wow your guests.
- Moisture Management: Press spinach firmly to remove excess water, which keeps the filling compact and prevents potential sogginess in your delicate puff pastry.
- Perfect Portioning: Use a 3×3 grid when cutting pastry to create uniform, bite-sized treats that cook evenly and look professionally prepared.
- Egg Wash Elegance: Brushing egg wash over pastry edges guarantees a stunning golden-brown finish that makes these appetizers Instagram-worthy.
- Temperature Timing: Let pastry bites rest for five minutes after baking to help them set and make removal from the muffin pan easier without breaking.
- Serving Flexibility: These bite-sized delights taste amazing warm or at room temperature, making them perfect for parties, potlucks, or casual snacking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg