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Feta and Spinach Stuffed Puff Pastry

Feta and Spinach Stuffed Puff Pastry

Flaky puff pastry filled with creamy feta cheese, fresh spinach, garlic, and herbs, then baked until golden brown. This easy vegetarian recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, appetizers, snacks, or light lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 Pastries
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Filling
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • ¼ cup sliced black olives
  • 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Filling
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Sauté the onion for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  5. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Stir in the spinach and cook just until wilted.
  7. Remove from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
  8. Mix in the crumbled feta cheese, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  9. Assemble the Pastries
  10. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
  11. Cut into 8 equal squares.
  12. Place about 1 tablespoon of the spinach and feta filling in the center of each square.
  13. Fold each square into a triangle or rectangle and press the edges with a fork to seal.
  14. Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
  15. Cut a small slit in each pastry to allow steam to escape.
  16. Bake
  17. Arrange the pastries on the prepared baking sheet.
  18. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
  19. Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Keep the puff pastry cold until ready to use for the flakiest texture.
  • Avoid overfilling to prevent the pastries from bursting during baking.
  • Freshly crumbled feta provides the best flavor.
  • Frozen spinach can be used if thawed and thoroughly squeezed dry.
  • Add chopped herbs such as parsley or dill for extra freshness.