Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastry
A Mediterranean-inspired savory pastry filled with fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, and nutty Parmesan. Flaky, cheesy, and irresistible — perfect for brunch, snacks, or appetizers.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Pastry Brush
Ingredients
Pastry
- 2 sheets Puff Pastry Sheets, thawed Store-bought or homemade
Spinach Filling
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach, chopped Can substitute with baby kale or Swiss chard
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese works as a substitute
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Pecorino Romano can be used
- 1 Egg, beaten For egg wash to achieve golden color
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
- Salt & Pepper To taste
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil Optional for sautéing spinach
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven – Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Prepare the spinach filling – Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté spinach until wilted. Cool slightly. Mix spinach with ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Prepare the puff pastry – Unfold thawed puff pastry, cut each sheet into 4–6 squares.
- Step 4: Fill the pastry – Place 1–2 tbsp of spinach-ricotta mixture in each square. Fold into triangles or rectangles, seal edges with a fork.
- Step 5: Apply egg wash – Brush tops with beaten egg for golden finish.
- Step 6: Bake – Bake 20–25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Step 7: Serve warm – Cool 5 minutes before serving. Optionally serve with tzatziki or marinara sauce.
Notes
Flaky Mediterranean-inspired pastry with creamy, cheesy spinach filling. Quick, easy, and perfect for brunch or appetizers.