Mini Cheese and Spinach Tartlets: Your New Favorite Snack!

Delight in Mini Cheese and Spinach Tartlets, a quick and versatile appetizer that's perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 24 tartlets

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Global

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tartlet Base

1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed before using

For the Cheesy Filling

2 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with kale
8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature for mixing
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can use pecorino
1/2 cup Feta Cheese Goat cheese is an alternative
1 cup Bacon Bits Omit for vegetarian

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Black Pepper Can substitute with cayenne
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used

Equipment

Mini muffin pan
medium-sized mixing bowl
Hand mixer or spatula
Sharp knife or pizza cutter

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
In a bowl, combine cream cheese, parmesan, feta, bacon bits, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
Finely chop the spinach and fold it into the cheese mixture.
Cut the puff pastry into 1-inch squares and keep them chilled.
Press the pastry squares into the greased mini muffin cups.
Spoon the filling into each pastry cup, filling three-quarters full.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartletCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tartlets can be customized with different cheeses and can be made ahead for convenience.

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