Description
Delicious Spinach and Ricotta Rolls featuring a savory blend of spinach, ricotta, parmesan, and cheddar cheeses wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect as appetizers or snacks, these rolls can be baked in the oven or quickly prepared using an air fryer for a crispy, golden finish.
Ingredients
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For the Rolls:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup shallots or green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure easy removal and cleanup.
- Sauté Spinach Mixture: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add baby spinach and cook until wilted, then remove from heat.
- Mix the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, beaten egg, chopped shallots or green onions, and salt and pepper. Stir in the cooked spinach and garlic mixture until evenly incorporated.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into rectangles suitable for individual rolls.
- Fill and Roll: Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese filling along one edge of each pastry rectangle. Roll tightly to enclose the filling completely.
- Egg Wash and Garnish: Brush the rolled pastries with beaten egg to create a golden glaze when baked, and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired for added texture and flavor.
- Chill Rolls: Refrigerate the prepared rolls for 15 minutes to firm up the pastry and make slicing easier.
- Slice: Cut the chilled rolls into bite-sized pieces for individual servings.
- Bake in Oven: Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
- Air Fryer Alternative: Prepare the rolls as above, then place them in the air fryer basket. Cook at 390°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden and cooked through, offering a quicker cooking option with a crispy texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the cheeses depending on preference, but aim for a mix of creamy and hard cheeses for best flavor and texture.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the puff pastry and other ingredients align with vegetarian standards.
- Refrigeration before baking helps the pastry hold its shape and results in flakier rolls.
- These rolls can be served warm or at room temperature, making them ideal for parties and gatherings.
- Sesame seeds are optional but add a nice crunch and nutty flavor.
