Description
This Spinach Puff Pastry Appetizer is a savory delight with creamy ricotta and earthy spinach, offering a quick, flavorful snack perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- Spinach (¾ cup)
- Ricotta (½ cup)
- Parmesan cheese (â…“ cup)
- Garlic (¼ teaspoon, grated)
- Breadcrumbs (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (¾ teaspoon)
- Black pepper (â…› teaspoon)
- Puff pastry (1 sheet)
- Egg (1, beaten)
- Poppy or sesame seeds (1 tablespoon)
Instructions
- Thaw or blanch spinach, drain well.
- Mix filling with spinach, ricotta, parmesan, garlic, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare puff pastry and cut in half lengthwise.
- Fill and roll logs with the mixture, freeze for an hour.
- Preheat the oven to 400℉ and prepare a baking sheet.
- Slice logs into 1.3-inch pieces, brush with egg, and sprinkle seeds.
- Bake for 25 minutes until golden and crisp.
Notes
Use low-moisture ricotta for the best texture.
These can be made ahead and stored in the freezer.
Customize filling with different cheeses or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg