Description
Delight in these Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Twists, a savory Mediterranean appetizer featuring flaky puff pastry filled with a flavorful blend of spinach, mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan cheeses. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, these twists bake to a golden, flaky perfection, making them an ideal snack or party platter addition.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Pastry and Topping
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for brushing)
- Sesame seeds or Italian seasoning for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the thawed and drained spinach with mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined and evenly distributed.
- Roll Puff Pastry: Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the thawed puff pastry into a rectangle shape, ensuring it’s even in thickness for consistent baking.
- Assemble Twists: Spread the spinach and cheese mixture evenly over half of the pastry rectangle. Fold the pastry over the filling to cover it completely, gently pressing edges to seal and encase the filling.
- Cut and Twist: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the folded pastry into 1-inch wide strips. Carefully twist each strip several times to create the signature twisted shape and arrange them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Apply Egg Wash and Toppings: Brush the tops of each twisted strip with the beaten egg for a shiny, golden finish. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds or Italian seasoning for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15–18 minutes until the twists are puffed up, golden brown, and crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the twists from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm for the best texture and taste.
Notes
- Serve these twists warm for optimal flavor and texture.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling for a subtle spicy kick.
- They make excellent appetizers, snacks, or additions to party platters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
