Savory Spinach Feta Pinwheels (Printable)

Flaky puff pastry with creamy spinach, tangy feta, and herbs baked to golden perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 sheet puff pastry (approx. 8.8 oz), thawed

→ Filling

02 - 5.3 oz fresh spinach, washed and chopped (or 3.5 oz frozen spinach, thawed and well-drained)
03 - 4.2 oz feta cheese, crumbled
04 - 1.8 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
07 - 1 egg, beaten (for binding and brushing)
08 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# How To Make It:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add spinach and sauté until wilted—2 to 3 minutes for fresh or 1 minute for thawed frozen. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
03 - Combine the sautéed spinach, crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, dill, black pepper, nutmeg if using, and half of the beaten egg in a bowl. Mix thoroughly.
04 - Unroll the puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Evenly spread the spinach and cheese mixture over the pastry, leaving a 0.4 inch (1 cm) border along one long edge.
05 - Roll the pastry tightly from the opposite long edge towards the filling border, sealing the seam with a small amount of water.
06 - Cut the roll into 16 even slices. Place the spirals cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Brush the tops with the remaining beaten egg. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
08 - Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make with simple ingredients
  • Perfect as an appetizer or snack for any occasion
02 -
  • Can be prepared ahead and frozen unbaked; bake straight from frozen adding 5 minutes to baking time
  • Substitute baby kale or Swiss chard for spinach if desired
03 -
  • For extra crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds or nigella seeds on top before baking
  • Serve with a yogurt-herb dip for added freshness
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