Name: Irresistible Parmesan Spinach Twists Recipe Easy Quick
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed and kept cold; 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Optional: 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella or fontina; Optional: crushed red pepper flakes; Optional: sesame seeds or flaky salt

Description

Parmesan Spinach Twists quick easy cheesy bites with flaky pastry and vibrant greens perfect for parties or snacking Ideal for gatherings

Ingredients

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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed and kept cold

1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

1 garlic clove, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 large egg, beaten

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional: 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella or fontina

Optional: crushed red pepper flakes

Optional: sesame seeds or flaky salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and crisp edges.

Make the filling: In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium. Add the minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook just until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool briefly, then stir in the cream cheese and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. If you’re adding mozzarella, fold it in now until just melted.

Roll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a rectangle about 12×9 inches. Spread the spinach mixture in a long, narrow band down the center of the sheet, leaving about a 1-inch border on all sides.

Fold the pastry over the filling from both sides to meet in the center, sealing along the edge. Lightly press to ensure the seam sticks. Brush the top with the beaten egg wash.

Cut the folded sheet into 1-inch-wide strips along the length. Gently twist each strip a few times to create the classic twist shape and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them so they have room to puff.

Brush the twists with the remaining egg wash and, if desired, sprinkle with extra parmesan or decorative sesame seeds. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and deeply golden around the edges.

Cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. They’re best warm, with a bit of crisp on the outside and a gooey, cheesy center.

Prep Time: 0 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 hours 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking; rolling and twisting puff pastry with spinach and cheese.
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 12 servings
Calories: 170 calories
Sugar: 2 g
Fat: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 6 g