Save to Pinterest Festive, bite-sized snacks featuring a creamy spinach and cheese filling wrapped in golden pastry, perfect for celebrating St. Patricks Day.
Ingredients
- Filling: 100 g fresh spinach, chopped 125 g cream cheese, softened 60 g shredded cheddar cheese 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp black pepper
- Pastry: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (about 250 g) 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Decoration: 24 small fresh basil leaves (for clover effect)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wilt Spinach:
- In a pan over medium heat, wilt the spinach for 1 minute then squeeze out excess moisture and cool slightly.
- Make Filling:
- In a bowl, mix the spinach, cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Prepare Pastry:
- Unroll the puff pastry and cut into 24 equal squares (about 5 x 5 cm each).
- Fill Pastry:
- Place 1 heaping teaspoon of the filling in the center of each square.
- Fold Pastry:
- Fold the corners of each square towards the center pinching to seal and form a four leaf clover shape.
- Brush Egg Wash:
- Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Bake:
- Bake for 15 18 minutes or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
- Garnish:
- Remove from the oven and immediately garnish each bite with a fresh basil leaf clover on top.
- Cool:
- Let cool slightly before serving.
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Save to Pinterest Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use other greens besides spinach?
Yes, baby kale or arugula can be substituted for spinach to vary the flavor and texture.
- → How do I achieve the clover shape with the pastry?
Cut puff pastry into squares, place filling in the center, then fold each corner towards the middle and pinch to seal.
- → What is the best way to ensure a crispy pastry?
Brush the tops with beaten egg before baking to get a golden, crisp finish.
- → Can I make these bites ahead of time?
You can prepare and assemble them in advance, then refrigerate until ready to bake for best freshness.
- → What are some good beverage pairings?
Pair well with a cold Irish lager or sparkling water with lime for a refreshing balance.