Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs are a delicious and elegant appetizer perfect for any gathering, from casual get-togethers to more formal parties. They combine the creaminess of cream cheese with the earthy flavor of spinach, all encased in a flaky, buttery puff pastry. Here’s how to make them:
Ingredients:
- 1 package (about 400g or 14 oz) puff pastry, thawed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 package (10 oz or about 280g) frozen spinach, thawed and well-drained
- 1 package (8 oz or about 225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: A pinch of nutmeg or red pepper flakes for extra flavor