Savory Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Tartlets
These savory spinach and feta puff pastry tartlets are crisp, creamy, golden, and full of flavor. They are perfect as appetizers, brunch bites, party snacks, or a light savory dish served with salad.
The filling combines spinach, feta cheese, cream cheese, garlic, herbs, and a touch of lemon zest.
The puff pastry becomes beautifully flaky in the oven, while the center stays soft and creamy.
Savory Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Tartlets
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20–25 minutes Servings: 8 tartlets Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
For the Tartlets
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 150 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 100 g cream cheese
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Brushing
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon milk
Optional Toppings
- Sesame seeds
- Cherry tomato slices
- Fresh dill
- Cracked black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the spinach
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Add the chopped spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes, until wilted.
Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly. Squeeze out any excess liquid so the pastry does not become soggy.
2. Make the filling
In a bowl, mix the cooked spinach, feta cheese, cream cheese, egg, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Stir until creamy and well combined.
3. Prepare the puff pastry
Preheat the oven to 200°C / 400°F.
Unroll the puff pastry and cut it into 8 squares.
Place the squares on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Lightly score a smaller square inside each pastry piece, leaving a border around the edges. Do not cut all the way through.
4. Fill the tartlets
Spoon a small amount of the spinach and feta filling into the center of each pastry square.
Brush the borders with the egg yolk and milk mixture.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
5. Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed, golden, and crisp.
Let the tartlets cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips
Do not overfill the pastry, or the filling may spill during baking.
Always remove excess water from the spinach to keep the tartlets crisp.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or chili flakes to the filling.
You can prepare the filling ahead of time and assemble the tartlets just before baking.
Conclusion
These spinach and feta puff pastry tartlets are simple, elegant, and delicious. They have a crisp golden shell, a creamy savory filling, and just enough freshness from herbs and lemon.
They are perfect for parties, brunch tables, picnics, or quick savory snacks that look beautiful with very little effort.