Description
Spinach and Ricotta Rolls are a savory snack that balances nutrition with elegance, satisfying picky toddlers and hungry adults alike. These rolls feature golden-brown puff pastry filled with a creamy mixture of spinach, ricotta, and cheese, making for a comforting dish perfect for various occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
3 sheets Frozen Puff Pastry
250g Fresh Baby Spinach
500g Ricotta Cheese
100g Feta Cheese
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
1 large Egg
2 cloves Garlic
1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
1 large Egg (for wash)
2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper
- Wilt spinach in a pan with a splash of water for about two minutes, then squeeze out moisture and chop finely
- In a bowl, mix chopped spinach, ricotta, crumbled feta, grated parmesan, minced garlic, beaten egg, and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper
- Roll puff pastry sheets into rectangles, place filling in the center, and roll to seal
- Cut into smaller pieces, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with sesame seeds
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brow
Notes
Ensure spinach is completely dry to prevent sogginess.
Keep puff pastry cold until use for flaky layers.
Use a sharp knife to cut rolls to maintain puff.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg