Pin Festive, bite-sized snacks featuring a creamy spinach and cheese filling wrapped in golden pastry, perfect for celebrating St. Patricks Day.
Ingredients
- Filling: 100 g fresh spinach, chopped 125 g cream cheese, softened 60 g shredded cheddar cheese 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp black pepper
- Pastry: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (about 250 g) 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Decoration: 24 small fresh basil leaves (for clover effect)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Step 2:
- In a pan over medium heat, wilt the spinach for 1 minute, then squeeze out excess moisture and cool slightly
- Step 3:
- In a bowl, mix the spinach, cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, salt, and pepper until fully combined
- Step 4:
- Unroll the puff pastry and cut into 24 equal squares (about 5 x 5 cm each)
- Step 5:
- Place 1 heaping teaspoon of the filling in the center of each square
- Step 6:
- Fold the corners of each square towards the center, pinching to seal and form a four-leaf clover shape
- Step 7:
- Brush the tops with beaten egg
- Step 8:
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed
- Step 9:
- Remove from the oven and immediately garnish each bite with a fresh basil leaf clover on top
- Step 10:
- Let cool slightly before serving
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Pin Recipe Questions
- → Can I substitute baby kale for spinach?
Yes, baby kale can be used instead of spinach; just wilt it briefly to soften before mixing with the cheese filling.
- → How do I shape the bites like a four-leaf clover?
Fold the corners of each pastry square toward the center, pinching them together to form a clover-like shape before baking.
- → What is the purpose of the egg wash?
Brushing the pastry with beaten egg before baking helps achieve a golden, glossy finish and crisp texture.
- → Can I add spice to the filling?
Yes, adding a pinch of cayenne pepper can give a subtle heat that complements the creamy filling.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, and reheat gently to maintain crispness.