Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs: The Ultimate Bite-Sized Appetizer Everyone Will Be Talking About

INSTRUCTIONS: 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prep the Pastry
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut them into squares, about 3×3 inches each.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Spinach Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped spinach, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until everything is thoroughly combined and creamy.

Step 3: Assemble the Puffs
Place a heaping teaspoon of the spinach-cream cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square. Fold the corners up towards the center and pinch them together to seal, forming a small pouch. You can also twist the corners or crimp with a fork for a decorative touch.

Step 4: Brush with Egg Wash
Transfer the assembled puffs to your prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden color when baked.

Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Your kitchen will smell divine!

Step 6: Serve Warm and Watch Them Disappear
Allow the puffs to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. These delicious bites are best enjoyed warm when the filling is gooey and the pastry is crisp.

Pro Tips for Making Cream Cheese Spinach Puffs

1. Customize the Filling: Feel free to add extra flavors like crumbled bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
2. Use Fresh or Frozen Spinach: Both work wonderfully! Just make sure to squeeze any excess water out of frozen spinach to keep the filling creamy, not watery.
3. Make Them Ahead: Assemble these puffs ahead of time, freeze them unbaked, and simply bake when ready. Perfect for stress-free entertaining!

ENJOY IT AND HAPPY COOKING💛