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Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Pastry

Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Pastry for Cozy Nights In

Delicious Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Pastry, perfect for cozy nights in with a flavor-packed experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 pastries
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tortillas
  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas Fresh or store-bought
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach
  • 1 cup Diced Chicken or Black Beans Chicken for non-vegetarian option, beans for vegetarian
  • 1 medium Onion Red or yellow, chopped
  • 1 cup Cheddar or Monterey Jack Cheese Dairy-free cheese as an alternative
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Whisked with a little water

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Sauté chopped onions in olive oil over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, combine sautéed onions, spinach, cheese, salt, and pepper to prepare the filling.
  4. Roll out the pastry dough to 1/4 inch thick, cutting it into squares or rectangles.
  5. Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each pastry, fold, and seal edges.
  6. Brush tops with the egg wash for a golden finish.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until pastries are golden-brown.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a fresh salad or your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.

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