Description
A deliciously easy and incredibly flaky Spinach Puff Pastry Rolls recipe: a simple appetizer filled with creamy garlic herb cheese and savory spinach. Perfect for parties, ready in 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed
- 6.5 oz container Alouette Garlic & Herb Soft Spreadable Cheese
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 large egg
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Spinach: Place a thin kitchen towel over a large bowl and add the thawed spinach. Wrap tightly and wring out as much liquid as possible. Discard the excess liquid.
- Make the Filling: In the same bowl, combine the spinach, garlic & herb cheese, Parmesan, egg, and minced garlic (if using). Mix well and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Rolls: Slice each puff pastry sheet in half to create two rectangles, about 7 inches wide. Working along the long side, spread about 2 inches of the spinach mixture on one edge and roll up tightly like a log.
- Cut and Bake: Slice each log into 2½-inch pieces and arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until golden brown and flaky.
- Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm!
Notes
- Moisture Control: Crucial Step: Squeeze all the water out of the thawed spinach to prevent a soggy filling and pastry.
- Pastry Rolling: Roll the log as tightly as possible to ensure the final pieces hold their beautiful spiral shape after baking.
- Cheese Choice: Alouette or Boursin cheese provides a smoother, creamier filling than cream cheese, and its flavor is already seasoned with garlic and herbs.
- Make Ahead: The filling can be made 1-2 days ahead. The rolls can also be assembled, sliced, and refrigerated for up to 4 hours before baking.
- Serving: Serve warm. You can reheat leftover rolls in a toaster oven for 5 minutes to restore their crispness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Mixing, Rolling
- Cuisine: European Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1/8 of the recipe)
- Calories: ~310 kcal
- Sugar: ~ 2 g
- Sodium: ~380 mg
- Fat: ~22 g
- Saturated Fat: ~22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~21 g
- Fiber: ~2 g
- Protein: ~9 g
- Cholesterol: ~60 mg
Keywords: Spinach Puff Pastry Rolls, Flaky Appetizer, Savory Rolls, Garlic Herb Cheese, Quick Appetizer, Party Food, Spinach Roll, Puff Pastry, Easy Bake