Crispy Puff Pastry Spinach Ricotta Rolls
Crispy Puff Pastry Spinach Ricotta Rolls combine flaky, buttery puff pastry with a creamy, flavorful spinach and ricotta filling. Easy to make and perfect for snacks, appetizers, or light meals, these rolls offer a satisfying crunch and rich taste that works for both busy weeknights and special occasions.
- Author: Maria
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Puff Pastry
- 2 sheets thawed store-bought puff pastry
Filling
- 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 small onion, finely minced
- 1 large egg, divided (1 for filling, 1 for egg wash)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
- Prepare the Filling: Sauté minced garlic and onion in olive oil over medium heat until translucent and fragrant. Add chopped fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool. In a bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture with ricotta, grated Parmesan, 1 beaten egg, salt, and pepper until creamy and well mixed.
- Roll Out the Puff Pastry: Lightly flour a clean surface and unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets. Gently roll them out to smooth any creases, preparing them for the filling.
- Assemble the Rolls: Evenly spread the spinach ricotta filling over each puff pastry sheet. Carefully roll the pastry over the filling, sealing the edges with a little water. Slice the rolled pastry into evenly sized pieces to create individual rolls.
- Egg Wash and Bake: Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking tray. Brush each roll with the remaining beaten egg to create a golden, glossy finish. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are puffed up and golden brown.
Notes
- Keep puff pastry cold before baking to prevent shrinking and ensure maximum flakiness.
- Drain spinach well to avoid soggy filling and pastry.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the rolls evenly so the filling stays inside.
- Do not overfill the pastry to prevent bursting during baking.
- Use egg wash to achieve an attractive golden-brown crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: spinach, ricotta, puff pastry, appetizer, snack, baked rolls, vegetarian, easy recipe