Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Intensity:
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, drained spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Prepare Puff Pastry:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets to smooth out the creases.
- Cut each sheet into 9 equal squares, making a total of 18 squares.
- Assemble Puffs:
- Place a spoonful of the spinach and cream cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.
- Fold the corners of each square up to the center, pinching the edges together to seal and form a pouch.
- Egg Wash:
- Place the assembled puffs on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the puffs with the beaten egg to give them a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve:
- Allow the puffs to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 18 servings):
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
Enjoy your delicious and easy Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs!
