Spinach Ricotta Bites
Golden, crispy bites filled with a creamy mixture of spinach, ricotta, and Parmesan. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a quick snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped (or frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package puff pastry sheets, thawed
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and garlic, cooking until wilted (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, egg, sautéed spinach, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 3-inch squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Place a small spoonful of the spinach-ricotta mixture in the center of each square. Fold the corners together to form a pouch, pinching the edges to seal.
- Lightly brush the tops with olive oil or an egg wash for a golden finish.
- Arrange the bites on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Let them cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Don’t overfill the pastry squares to prevent the filling from leaking out. If freezing, bake straight from frozen without thawing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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