Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs: Flaky, Cheesy & Irresistibly Easy!

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1. Make the Creamy Filling (5 mins!)

  1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, spinach, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth.

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2. Prep the Pastry

  1. Roll out puff pastry slightly (about 10x12 inches).

  2. Cut into 24 squares (~2x2 inches each).

3. Fill & Fold

  1. Place 1 tsp filling in the center of each square.

  2. Fold corners to the center, pinching to seal (or fold into triangles).

4. Bake to Golden Perfection

  1. Brush with egg wash (1 egg + 1 tbsp water).

  2. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 mins until puffed and golden.

5. Serve Warm!

  • Best fresh from the oven with a side of marinara or ranch.

Pro Tips for Perfect Puffs

🔥 Thaw spinach completely – Squeeze out ALL water to avoid soggy pastry.
🔥 Seal edges tightly – Prevents cheese leaks.
🔥 Make ahead – Freeze unbaked puffs, then bake 2-3 extra mins.

5 Delicious Variations

🍄 Mushroom & Swiss – Sautéed mushrooms + Gruyère cheese.
🌶 Jalapeño Popper – Add diced jalapeños + cheddar.
🍖 Ham & Cheese – Fold in diced ham.
🍅 Sun-Dried Tomato – Mix in 2 tbsp chopped tomatoes.
🥓 Bacon Ranch – Crumbled bacon + ranch seasoning.

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