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Spinach and Bacon Puff Pastry Bites


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 50mins

Description

These Spinach and Bacon Puff Pastry Bites are the perfect savory appetizer or snack. With a creamy, cheesy filling combined with the smoky flavor of bacon and crispy puff pastry, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser. These bites are easy to make, deliciously crispy on the outside, and soft and cheesy on the inside.


Ingredients

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For the Filling:

  • 2 cups fresh spinach, cleaned and chopped
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 1/4 cup diced onions
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz (1 package) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

For the Puff Pastry:

  • 1 sheet puff pastry dough
  • Flour (for dusting)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

1. Cook the Bacon:

  • In a large pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, then remove from the pan and set aside. Chop the bacon into small pieces when cooled.
  • Drain excess bacon grease from the pan, leaving about 2 tablespoons.

2. Sauté the Vegetables:

  • In the same pan with the bacon grease, add the diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute, then add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
  • Remove the spinach, onions, and garlic from the pan and set aside.

3. Make the Filling:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed spinach mixture, chopped bacon, and Parmesan cheese.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, egg, garlic powder, dill, oregano, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  • Add the cream cheese mixture to the spinach mixture and stir until everything is evenly combined.
  • Fold in the chopped green onions.

4. Prepare the Puff Pastry:

  • Flour a clean surface and roll out the sheet of puff pastry until it’s smooth and even.
  • Cut the dough into squares large enough to fit into a greased muffin tin.

5. Assemble the Puffs:

  • Place each puff pastry square into the greased muffin tin, letting the edges hang over.
  • Add 1-2 tablespoons of the spinach and bacon mixture into each puff.
  • Fold the edges of the pastry toward the center, covering part of the filling.

6. Egg Wash and Bake:

  • In a small bowl, beat one egg and use a pastry brush to apply an egg wash over the tops of the puff pastries.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Bake the puff pastries for 20-24 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

7. Serve:

  • Once baked, remove the puff pastries from the oven and let them cool slightly.
  • Serve warm and enjoy the crispy, cheesy, and savory flavors.
  • Prep Time: 25mins
  • Cook Time: 25mins