Description
Looking for the best savory appetizer ideas? These Spinach Feta Puff Pastry Twists are quick easy and simple to make with flaky pastry creamy cheese and fresh spinach. Perfect for holidays brunch parties and family gatherings this healthy style snack feels indulgent without being heavy. A great make ahead option that bakes golden crisp and delivers the best flavor with minimal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry thawed
- 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat then add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted then cool and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a bowl combine spinach feta cream cheese salt and black pepper mixing until creamy and well blended.
- Roll out puff pastry and spread filling evenly over one half then fold the other half on top and press lightly.
- Cut into strips and twist each strip gently before placing on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Brush twists with beaten egg and bake at 400°F for 18 to 22 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Cool slightly before serving for best texture.
Notes
- Remove excess moisture from spinach for crisp pastry.
- Keep puff pastry cold until baking.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg