Spinach and Feta Phyllo Cups: A Delicious Appetizer Idea!
Spinach and Feta Phyllo Cups are a delightful appetizer made with crispy phyllo pastry filled with a savory mixture of spinach and feta cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 phyllo cups
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of phyllo dough
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a bowl, mix the cooled spinach mixture with feta cheese and cream cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Unroll the phyllo dough and cut it into squares. Layer several sheets together, brushing each layer with melted butter.
- Place the phyllo squares into a muffin tin to form cups.
- Fill each phyllo cup with the spinach and feta mixture.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to keep the phyllo dough covered with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
- You can add herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
- These cups can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.