🧀🌿 Spinach and Cheese Puff Pastry Squares
Yields: ~9 squares (or more if cut smaller)
Prep Time: 15 min
Bake Time: 20–25 min
Total Time: ~40 min
🧂 Ingredients:
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (from a 17 oz/480g box)
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small onion, finely diced (optional)
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5 oz (140g) fresh spinach (or 1 cup thawed frozen spinach, squeezed dry)
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½ cup ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
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1 egg
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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½ tsp dried oregano or dill (optional)
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
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Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cook the Spinach Mixture:
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Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add onion (if using) and sauté 2–3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
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Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted (or just stir in thawed frozen spinach).
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Season with salt, pepper, and herbs. Let cool slightly.
3. Mix the Filling:
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In a bowl, combine spinach mixture with ricotta, feta, shredded cheese, and 1 egg. Mix well.
4. Prep the Puff Pastry:
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Roll out thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a 10×10 inch square.
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Cut into 9 equal squares (or 6 for larger ones).
5. Assemble:
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Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each square.
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Optional: fold into triangles and crimp the edges, or leave open-faced.
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Brush edges (or tops) with beaten egg for golden color.
6. Bake:
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
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Let cool slightly before serving.
🧊 Storage:
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Reheat in oven or toaster oven for best texture.
🔁 Variations:
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Add cooked bacon or mushrooms for extra flavor.
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Swap ricotta for cream cheese.
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Add red pepper flakes for a little heat.
Would you like a vegan version, or to make them into mini bites for a party?
