Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs – The Perfect Party Appetizer

 

Ingredients:

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (or keto fathead dough for low-carb)

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1 egg, beaten

1 clove garlic, minced

½ tsp onion powder

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

1 tbsp butter, melted (for brushing)

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Instructions:

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2️⃣ Prepare the filling:

Sauté spinach with garlic for 1-2 minutes until wilted.

Mix with cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

3️⃣ Cut the dough:

Roll out puff pastry and cut into 12 squares.

If using keto fathead dough, roll it out thin before cutting.

4️⃣ Fill & Fold:

Place 1 tbsp of filling in the center of each square.

Fold into a triangle or pinch the edges to form a small pouch.

Brush with beaten egg.

5️⃣ Bake:

Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.

Brush with melted butter when hot for extra flakiness!

6️⃣ Serve Warm:

Perfect with a side of sour cream dip or garlic butter drizzle!

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Want to Customize?

🧀 Swap mozzarella for feta for a Greek-style puff!

🥓 Add crispy bacon or chopped ham for extra flavor!

🌶️ Spice it up with red pepper flakes!

Would you like a sugar-free dipping sauce to go with these? 😊