Crispy Spinach & Feta Puff Pastry Squares (Potluck Legend)

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Crispy Spinach & Feta Puff Pastry Squares (Potluck Legend)

 Description

This golden, flaky puff pastry bake is filled with a creamy spinach, feta, and herb mixture, then baked until crisp and irresistible. It’s easier than traditional spanakopita but delivers the same bold Mediterranean flavor—perfect for parties, potlucks, or meal prep. Warning: people will demand repeats.

 Ingredients

For the Filling

  • 10 oz (280 g) frozen spinach, thawed & very well drained

  • 7 oz (200 g) feta cheese, crumbled

  • ½ cup ricotta or cream cheese

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 small onion or 2 scallions, finely chopped

  • 1 egg

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp nutmeg (optional but recommended)

  • 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (optional)

For the Pastry

  • 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed

  • 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (egg wash)

  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

  2. Prepare filling:

    • Squeeze all moisture from spinach (this is crucial).

    • Mix spinach, feta, ricotta, garlic, onion, egg, olive oil, seasonings, and herbs.

  3. Assemble:

    • Lay one puff pastry sheet on the tray.

    • Spread filling evenly, leaving a small border.

    • Top with second pastry sheet. Seal edges with a fork.

  4. Score & glaze:

    • Lightly score into squares (do not cut through).

    • Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds.

  5. Bake for 30–35 minutes until puffed and golden brown.

  6. Cool slightly, then cut fully into squares and serve.

 Notes

  • This version is faster than traditional phyllo-based spanakopita

  • Tastes great warm or at room temperature

  • Freezes beautifully after baking

 Tips for Guaranteed Success

  • Drain spinach aggressively – soggy filling ruins the pastry

  • Chill assembled pastry for 10 minutes before baking for extra flakiness

  • Use high-quality feta (Greek if possible)

  • For extra crunch, brush bottom pastry lightly with olive oil before filling

 Servings

  • 9 large squares or 12–16 appetizer-sized pieces

 Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)

  • Calories: ~260

  • Protein: 8 g

  • Fat: 18 g

  • Carbs: 18 g

  • Fiber: 2 g
    (Values vary by brand and portion size)

 Benefits

  • Spinach provides iron, fiber, and antioxidants

  • Feta adds calcium and protein

  • More vegetables than most party foods

  • Satisfying without being heavy

 Recipe Q & A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
✔ Yes! Bake, cool, refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F for 10 minutes.

Q: Can I freeze it?
✔ Absolutely. Freeze baked squares up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen.

Q: Can I add other ingredients?
✔ Popular additions:

  • Mushrooms (sautéed)

  • Sun-dried tomatoes

  • Mozzarella for extra melt

Q: Can I make it vegetarian-friendly?
✔ It already is!

Q: Why does everyone love this so much?
✔ Butter + cheese + crispy pastry = no self-control.

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