Spanakopita Puff Pastry Swirls
These puff pastry swirls are so simple to make and beyond perfect to serve at your next get together or for the upcoming holidays. Literally they come together in no time and they always leave my guests speechless.
You can choose to saute your baby spinach and scallions or skip the step and just use frozen spinach. Make sure to defrost it and ring out any liquids. Add that to your cheeses, scallions and dill in a bowl and mix to incorporate. Once your puff pastry is rolled out a bit on the edges simply brush it entirely with the egg wash.
Sprinkle on the spinach and cheese mixture evenly all the way to the edges of the sheet and roll up as you would cinnamon rolls. Use a knife or pastry slicer to cut the roll up. Transfer each piece to your baking sheet and brush the outer edges of each roll with the remaining egg wash. Bake until golden and enjoy!
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Spanakopita Puff Pastry Swirls
Ingredients
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 8 oz baby spinach, rough chop
- 2 scallions, chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbs dill, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 puff pastry sheet, defrosted
- 1 egg + 1 tbs water, lightly beaten
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat your olive oil on medium and saute your scallions for 1 minute. Add in the baby spinach and season wtih salt and pepper to taste. Once mostly wilted remove and transfer to plate to drain and pat dry to remove the liquids.
- In a large bowl, mix your spinach mixture with the feta, mozzarella, dill and garlic powder.
- Sprinkle some flour on a clean flat surface. Roll out the puff pastry a little to flatten the edges. Brush the entire surface with the egg mixture. Sprinkle the entire surface evenly with your spinach-cheese mixture. Start rolling up one short side of the rectangle like you would for cinnamon rolls. Slice the dough into 1 inch rolls and transfer to your baking sheet. Brush the roll's puff pastry sides with the remaining egg wash and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
love them they are delicious!!
Hi Deena, so happy they were enjoyed! Thanks for trying them!
Hi Stella,
I’m enjoying your recipes. Thanking you so much.
Could you tell me if these spanakopita are able to be frozen. Thanks Carrie
Hi Carrie, you can freeze these no problem! And I’m so happy you are trying the recipes! Thank YOU so much!
Hi! Do you buy the puff sheet premade at an ethnic store?
Hi Vanessa, YES I buy puff pastry in the freezer isle at my regular main stream super market. It’s not like phyllo dough that’s more of an ethnic item. You should be able to find it easily.
these are the best! tasty and super easy. and tastes good cold too.
Thanks!
Hi Litsa, I agree, they do taste great cold even! Thanks for trying them out!
Can you make them a day or 2 a head of time?
Hi Dee, I would prepare this a day before and then bake on the day of the party!
Hi Stella
I would like to prep these the day before as much as possible.
What would be best, to roll and cut then keep in fridge overnight or ??
Please help, I can’t wait to make and want them to be perfect!
Hi Heidi! Yes I’ve done that before.. It totally works to make them the day before, cover in an airtight conatiner – then when ready to bake, do the egg wash and bake! Enjoy!
Made them as an appetizer for our Thanksgiving dinner, they were a hit with all of the family!
Hi Gigi, Glad everyone loved them! Thank you for trying them out!
YIKE… I bought phyllo dough (by mistake)! Can it be substituted?!? How can I modify this recipe to use it?
great recipe! I used oregano for spice just delicious!! Never liked dill!!
Same issue here 🙁
I’ve made these now on several occasions and they are always a big hit! Your recipes are always a 10…thank you.
Hi Kathy! Thank you so much for trying out my recipes and your kind words!!
OMG!!! To die for and super easy to make. BRAVO! Can you also use phyllo dough? I think my husband could eat them all….😂
HI Irene, yes, you can use phyllo to make them triangles!
I made these for Greek Easter and everyone loved them !
Thx!
Stef
Hi Stefanie! Thats awesome! Xronia Polla!
so easy and turned out perfect ! can’t wait to try more of your recipes 😋
Welcome!! Thanks for trying them Michelle! Glad they were enjoyed!
Stella mou, omg this spanakopita unfortunately blows my mother in laws spinach pie away. It was such a crowed pleaser. I am definitely making it more often than just special occasions. Thank you for the recipe filakia 💋❤️💋❤️
This recipe was so delicious! I make a traditional Greek spinach pie with phyllo and this version is a perfect substitute when you want to shorten your time in the kitchen! I’m really enjoying your recipes! Thank you!
Hi Jen, glad you liked the puff pastry version and thanks so much for trying it!
Delicious!
Many friends want this recipe, but the email link won’t work.
I love all your recipes. I made the roasted cauliflower and chick pea salad last night. Yum.
Hi Holly, glad you liked the dish! I will check on the Email Button – thanks for letting me know!
could you please add the ingredients in metric system 🙏 ❤️
Hi An, sorry about that! I just updated it now! Enjoye!
Amazing! I replaced part of the feta cheese with katiki
Are these still yummy at room temperature?
yes yes yes!
Very flavourful and easy to make!
I accidentally bought phyllo dough instead of puff pastry. However, they turned out beautiful with by wrapping it n extra pieces. They’re delicious and make the kitchen smell wonderful!
Hi Marla, that sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing the feedback!
Can these be prepped and kept in fridge a few hours before baking?
Absolutely – I do that all the time!
I absolutely love Spanakopita (and Greek food in general) but didn’t have the time to make the traditional filo version so gave these little beauties a whirl. I was not disappointed and neither were my guests. Quick, easy and delicious. Thank you for an amazing recipe!
Hi Paula, That’s awesome! Glad they were well received by everyone! Cheers!
My girls loved them👍👍👍
So happy they were enjoyed by the kids! Thanks for trying them!
Can these be made somehow into a smaller mini bite? or cut after baked?
Hi Heidi, yes you can cut them after you bake them!
want to make these for this evening. when should I start making these to bring to a family at 6pm.
To what dimensions do we roll out the puff pastry sheet?
If using phyllo dough, how many sheets would you suggest stacking for a roll?
I’ve made these twice and they were delicious! Much simpler and quicker than wrapping phyllo pastry triangles. I’ll be making them again for Christmas Eve appetizer night!
Hi Bobbi, these are definitely simpler than the tiropitakia! Thanks for the positive feedback!
I accidentally bought phyllo dough so they don’t look so pretty, but the flavor is there! Delicious. I added a bit of minced fresh garlic in while sauteeing the onions and it’s fantastic! Will make again with puff pastry
Hi Ashley, sounds delicious and I’m glad you saved the recipe! Thank you for the kind feedback too!