Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs
Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs are a deliciously creamy appetizer that perfectly balances the richness of cream cheese with the fresh taste of sautéed spinach, all enveloped in flaky golden pastry. These bite-sized delights are not only easy to prepare but also ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a party or a cozy snack at home. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal cooking time, you can create these crowd-pleasers that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped spinach until wilted, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sautéed spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares of about four inches each.
- Place a tablespoon of the filling in the center of each square. Fold corners over the filling to form puffs and seal edges with a fork.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg