Description
Creamy 3-Cheese Spinach Puff Pastry Roll-Ups blend Italian flavors with flaky pastry perfection. Cheese lovers will savor these elegant appetizers that bring restaurant-quality elegance to home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses:
- 6 ounces (170 grams) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 8 ounces (227 grams) frozen spinach, thawed
- 2 tablespoons chopped yellow onion
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon sea or kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Pastry and Binding:
- 1 puff pastry sheet (9×9-inch), thawed
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Thoroughly drain thawed spinach using a colander, pressing out all excess moisture to prevent soggy pastry.
- Combine cream cheese and spinach in a mixing bowl, using a fork to create a smooth, well-integrated base for the filling.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, finely minced onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the spinach mixture, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Whisk an egg with of water to create a golden, glossy egg wash for enhancing pastry texture.
- Gently unfold puff pastry on a lightly floured surface, carefully brush with egg wash to create a delicate sheen.
- Spread the spinach and cheese filling uniformly across the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow during rolling.
- Tightly roll the pastry from one long edge to the other, creating a compact cylindrical shape.
- Transfer the roll onto parchment paper, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up the butter in the pastry.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), ensuring even temperature distribution.
- Remove roll from refrigerator and brush exterior with additional egg wash for enhanced golden color.
- Using a sharp serrated knife, slice the roll into ½-inch (1.27 centimeters) thick rounds with smooth, consistent cuts.
- Arrange pastry slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them approximately 1 inch (2.54 centimeters) apart to allow proper browning.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges turn a light golden brown and pastry appears crisp and fully cooked.
- Finish by generously sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese over the warm rolls, serving immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Chilling the roll helps pastry maintain its structure and prevents excessive spreading during baking.
- Squeeze spinach thoroughly to prevent soggy, watery filling that could compromise the puff pastry’s crispy texture.
- Mixing cheeses creates a rich, complex flavor profile that elevates the simple appetizer into a gourmet-style bite.
- Using a serrated knife ensures clean, precise cuts without compressing the delicate pastry layers.
- Egg wash provides a golden, glossy finish and helps seal the pastry edges for a professional presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking, Frying, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 18
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg