Ingredients
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To create these irresistible pastry bites, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
These ingredients are easy to find and might already be in your kitchen, making this recipe both convenient and affordable.
Instructions
Follow these step-by-step instructions to create perfect Spinach and Feta Stuffed Pastry Bites:
- Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that your pastry bites will cook evenly and achieve a golden-brown perfection.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the pastry into squares, approximately 3×3 inches in size. This size is ideal for bite-sized pieces that are easy to handle and eat.
- Make the Filling
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, softened cream cheese, and minced garlic.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Fill the Pastry
- Place a spoonful of the spinach and feta filling in the center of each pastry square. Be careful not to overfill, as it might cause the pastry to burst during baking.
- Seal the Pastry
- Fold the corners of each square over to create a triangle.
- Use a fork to press and seal the edges, ensuring the filling stays inside during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash
- Brush the tops of the pastry triangles with beaten egg. This will give them a beautiful, glossy finish once baked.
- Bake
- Arrange the pastry bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g