Description
Cheesy, crispy puff‑pastry appetizers filled with spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, and a hint of savory garlic — perfect for make‑ahead hors d’oeuvres or freezer‑friendly snacks.
Ingredients
7 oz (about 200 g) baby spinach
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp olive oil
7 oz (about 200 g) ricotta cheese
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
1 egg + 1 egg yolk (one for binding, one for egg wash)
Pinch of salt and black pepper
1 Tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic briefly, just until fragrant. Add the baby spinach and cook until just wilted. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Transfer the spinach mixture to a bowl and let cool for a few minutes. Stir in ricotta cheese and Parmesan, mixing until evenly combined.
Preheat oven to 400 °F (approx. 200 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the thawed puff pastry and cut it into squares. Place each square on the baking sheet.
Spoon a tablespoon of the spinach‑cheese filling into the center of each square. Brush the edges of each pastry with beaten egg to help seal.
Fold over or crimp the edges of the puff squares to seal in the filling. Gently press down to ensure a good seal.
Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake for about 20–25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and crisp. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer