Description
Crispy, flaky puff pastry twists filled with cheesy Parmesan goodness and fresh spinach — a quick, elegant snack that feels gourmet but takes minutes to make!
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
1 tbsp butter (melted)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, mix spinach, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Unroll puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
4. Brush with melted butter, then spread the spinach-cheese mixture evenly over half of the pastry.
5. Fold the pastry over to cover the filling, pressing gently to seal.
6. Cut into 1-inch strips using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
7. Twist each strip several times and place on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
9. Bake 15–18 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
10. Cool slightly before serving and enjoy warm.
Notes
You can use frozen spinach — just thaw and squeeze out excess water.
Add a sprinkle of chili flakes for a spicy kick.
These twists pair perfectly with marinara or garlic aioli for dipping.
Best served fresh but can be reheated in an oven to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 18 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 twists
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: spinach cheese twists, puff pastry snacks, Parmesan twists, party appetizers, easy finger food