Spinach and Cheese Puff Pastry Pie π₯¬π§π₯§
Introduction
This golden puff pastry pie is filled with a delicious mixture of spinach, cheese, and herbs. It’s flaky, cheesy, and perfect as an appetizer, snack, or even a light meal. Quick to prepare with ready-made puff pastry, itβs a crowd-pleaser for family and guests alike!
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 300g fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 200g ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)
- 100g feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 egg (for filling)
- 1 egg yolk (for brushing on top)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190Β°C (375Β°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sautΓ© onion and garlic until soft.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted (or until liquid evaporates if using frozen spinach). Let it cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine spinach, ricotta, feta, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Place one puff pastry sheet on the baking tray and spread the spinach-cheese filling evenly on top.
- Cover with the second puff pastry sheet and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush the top with egg yolk, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and score lightly with a knife to mark squares (for easy cutting later).
- Bake for 25β30 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Let cool slightly, cut into squares, and serve warm.
Serving Suggestions
This puff pastry pie pairs perfectly with a fresh salad or a bowl of soup. It can be served as a party appetizer, brunch dish, or even a light vegetarian dinner.
Tips & Variations
- For extra creaminess, add shredded mozzarella inside the filling.
- You can use kale instead of spinach for a twist.
- Make it ahead: assemble the pie, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.