Spinach and Feta Brownies
Well as you might have guessed there is no chocolate in this recipe. It is a savory type of bar that is one of the most delicious and easy things I’ve made. Yes, that good. It’s got major spanakopita vibes. My family devoured them in less than 15 minutes. I guess we need to double the batch next time.
ingredients:
The spinach, feta and mozzarella are the key players in this recipe. I roughly chopped the baby spinach, diced the scallions and chopped the dill. These are also the main characters in spanakopita. And lets not forget the feta. But here it shares the stage with mozzarella.
The flour can be substituted with oat flour, although I would add a little more oat flour than a cup. Next time I will make them with olive oil instead of butter just to try out the variance in taste and texture. Should be fine, in my opinion, to substitute it in for the butter. The crusty brown top is one of the best parts of this bar. Make sure you sprinkle on that grated Parmesan cheese.
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Spinach and Feta Brownies
Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 4 scallions, diced
- 10 oz baby spinach, rough chop
- 2 tbs dill, chopped
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup butter, melted (or olive oil)
- 4 oz shredded mozzarella
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbs grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a medium size baking dish with olive oil. Mine was 10.5 x 7.5 inches.
- In a large, deep pan, heat 1 tsp oil on medium. Cook your scallions until they soften: 1 or 2 minutes. Add half the spinach and sauté until mostly wilted, season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove to a colander to drain and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess liquids. Add the remaining oil to your pan and repeat the process with the remaining spinach.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the milk, eggs, butter and mix. Lastly fold in the spinach mixture, dill, mozzarella and feta until just combined. Transfer to your baking dish and spread out evenly. Sprinkle top with grated Parmesan and bake for 40-45 minutes or until top turns golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes prior to slicing.
Is it possible to substitute the flour with Almond flour?
Hi Alexandra, YES! that totally works here! Enjoy!
Love this dish!! Have made it twice so far, the second time for Easter. Due to allergies and dietary restrictions, my daughter and I can’t have spanakopita. This was a delicious alternative that we love.. and loved by those who can eat anything! THANK YOU!!! Cristos Anesti!
10.5 X 7.5 seems an odd size for a pan and not enough for 12 servings. If I use a standard 9 X 13, will it be too big and thus make for a thinner “brownie”. So I guess I would need to make 1.5 times the recipe to fill the 9 X 13, yes?
Hi Kate, I understand! The baking dish I used is basically one ‘size’ down from a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Yes I would recommend 1.5 times for a 9×13 – that should work out great… enjoy!
love how simple & delicious combo. I used almond flour instead so it was not as fluffy, but great with an egg on top!
Hi Jo, sounds amazing! Thanks for trying this recipe out and I’m so glad you loved it!
delish and easy ,love it all. and all your recipes also.
Thank you so much Inna!
That’s very kind of you <3
An absolute winner! I have been making these for a while now…I am hooked. Thank you!
Yay! Thanks for the kind feedback Linda!
I didn’t have spinach so I added 2 shredded zucchini sauteed with scallions. Delicious, can’t wait to try with spinach! 🙂
Hi Giovanna, sounds like a great substitute! Thanks for sharing your feedback with us !!
Dill is not something most people have on hand is there something I could substitute in its place? Or will leaving it out not make too much difference?
Hi Sarah, you can definitely leave it out completely or sub in basil or parsley!
Love this recipe. Just looking for ideas of what to serve with it for a full meal. Any ideas? Thanks
Hi Cheryl, I would do a salad with this. Also maybe a grilled chicken or fish! I love this recipe for this:
Easy Skillet Greek Chicken Thighs
https://hungryhappens.net/easy-skillet-greek-chicken-thighs/
Can you freeze this?
Thank you
Hi Michelle, yes you can freeze these individually up to a month!
Is there an alternative I can use for the eggs as I’m allergic and I love spanakopita
Hi Heather, I feel you – spanakopita is the best. I haven’t tried it with flax eggs but it might work!