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Ricotta and Spinach Puff Pastry Bites

Ricotta and Spinach Puff Pastry Bites

Delightful Ricotta and Spinach Puff Pastry Bites, a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer that impresses at any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package puff pastry sheets 17.3 oz
For the Filling
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese creamy base
  • 1 cup baby spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
For the Finish
  • 1 whole egg for egg wash

Equipment

  • Oven
  • bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Combine the ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it's about 1/4 inch thick. Cut the pastry into 3-inch squares.
  4. Spoon a generous dollop of the filling into the center of each pastry square. Fold the corners together or shape them into triangles.
  5. Arrange the filled pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush the tops with egg wash.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
  7. Cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, dust with extra Parmesan before serving. Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed for best results.

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