Description

Delicious Spinach and Ricotta Rolls combine creamy ricotta, vibrant spinach, and flaky puff pastry into bite-sized appetizers or snacks perfect for any occasion. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, these rolls offer a flavorful, kid-friendly way to enjoy greens in a versatile and satisfying dish.

Ingredients

Scale

Spinach Filling

2 cups fresh spinach or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil

Cheese and Binding

1 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg (1/2 for filling, 1/2 for egg wash)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Pastry

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

Instructions

Prepare the Spinach Filling: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add fresh or thawed spinach and cook until wilted and excess moisture evaporates. Transfer spinach to a bowl and let cool slightly.
Mix the Ricotta Filling: In the bowl with cooled spinach, add ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, half a beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until well combined into a creamy mixture.
Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut into even rectangles or squares, depending on your preferred roll size.
Assemble the Rolls: Spoon a generous amount of the spinach and ricotta filling onto one side of each pastry piece. Carefully roll the pastry over the filling and seal the edges by pressing gently with fingers or a fork.
Brush and Bake: Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush tops with the remaining beaten egg to achieve a golden finish. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden and puffed.

Notes

Drain spinach well to prevent soggy pastry.
Keep puff pastry cold until baking to maximize flakiness.
Avoid overfilling rolls to prevent bursting while baking.
Cut pastry into uniform pieces for even baking and presentation.
For an extra glossy finish, apply a second layer of egg wash halfway through baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 rolls
Calories: 220
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: spinach rolls, ricotta rolls, appetizer, puff pastry, party snack, vegetarian snack, easy recipe