Description
These Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Twists are a delightful savory snack or vegetarian appetizer perfect for any party. Flaky puff pastry is filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach, feta, and Parmesan cheese, then twisted into elegant pastries that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
Filling:
- 1 cup frozen chopped spinach (thawed and well-drained)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional:
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix the spinach, feta, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the twists: Roll out the puff pastry, cut it in half lengthwise, spread the filling over one half, place the other half on top, cut into strips, twist each strip, and place on the baking sheet.
- Brush and bake: Beat the egg with milk, brush over the twists, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure spinach is thoroughly drained to avoid soggy pastry.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or substitute goat cheese for a creamier twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
