Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs
These Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs are golden, flaky pastry bites filled with a rich, savory blend of cream cheese, garlic, Parmesan, and spinach. Perfect as a quick appetizer, party snack, or light lunch, they’re freezer-friendly, easy to prep, and sure to impress. Whether made with fresh or frozen spinach, these puffs are a delicious and satisfying way to enjoy a cheesy spinach pastry.
Ingredients
- Puff pastry sheets thawed if frozen
- 6 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup chopped and cooked spinach fresh or frozen, well-drained
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, cooked spinach, garlic, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into 3x3-inch squares.
- Spoon filling into the center of each square.
- Fold into a triangle or gather corners to center; seal edges.
- Brush tops with beaten egg.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Serve warm or cool.
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly drain spinach to avoid soggy pastry.
- Add cooked chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, or substitute feta for variety.
- Can be frozen before or after baking. Reheat at 350°F for 5–7 minutes.
- Use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.