Description
Spinach dip bites elevate party appetizers with creamy cheese and fresh spinach wrapped in crispy pastry. Guests will savor each golden, bite-sized morsel that promises delightful flavor and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (237 ml) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Whisk cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise in a mixing bowl until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Fold chopped spinach, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese into the creamy base, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Incorporate minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, mixing thoroughly to create a well-seasoned filling.
- Prepare mini phyllo shells by arranging them on a baking sheet, creating a uniform grid for easy filling.
- Carefully spoon the spinach mixture into each delicate phyllo shell, filling them to the brim without overflowing.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F, positioning the rack in the center for optimal heat circulation.
- Place filled phyllo shells in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for golden edges and heated through filling.
- Remove from oven and allow bites to cool for 2-3 minutes, which helps them set and prevents burning.
- Transfer to a serving platter, garnishing with a light sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley for added color and freshness.
- Serve warm as an elegant appetizer that promises a burst of creamy, herbaceous flavor in every bite.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for 30 minutes to ensure smooth blending without lumps.
- Use fresh spinach instead of frozen for a brighter, more vibrant flavor and better texture.
- Drain spinach thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the bites soggy, pressing out liquid with a clean kitchen towel.
- For a low-carb version, serve the mixture as a dip with vegetable sticks or bake in mini bell pepper halves instead of traditional bread or pastry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg