Description
Delicious Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Rolls are perfect for any occasion, combining a flaky, golden puff pastry filled with a savory blend of fresh spinach, tangy feta, and creamy ricotta or cream cheese. These rolls make an ideal appetizer, brunch dish, or party snack that is both easy to prepare and irresistibly tasty.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 5 ounces fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese or cream cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Finishing
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds or poppy seeds for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, around 3 to 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Cook Spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and cook just until wilted; if using frozen spinach, warm it through thoroughly. Remove the skillet from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly to prevent curdling the cheese later.
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with crumbled feta cheese, ricotta or cream cheese, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg if using. Mix until well incorporated.
- Prepare Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet. Spread the prepared spinach and feta filling evenly over the pastry, leaving approximately a 1/2-inch border along one long edge to allow sealing.
- Roll Pastry: Starting from the edge opposite the border, tightly roll the pastry into a log, sealing the seam with a touch of water to ensure it stays closed during baking.
- Slice Rolls: Place the rolled log seam-side down and slice it into 8 to 10 even pieces, depending on your preferred roll size.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange the rolls flat on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each roll generously with the beaten egg for a glossy, golden finish. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown, puffed, and fully cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature for best taste and texture.
Notes
- These rolls can be prepared in advance and baked just before serving to save time.
- They make a versatile dish perfect for appetizers, brunches, or party snacks.
- For variation, substitute spinach with kale or Swiss chard for a different flavor profile.
- Ensure puff pastry is properly thawed to prevent tearing during rolling.
- Use fresh spinach for better texture and flavor, but frozen works well too if rinsed and drained properly.
