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Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Cheese Crisps

Close-up of five squares of flaky Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Cheese Crisps on a white plate.
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Make these simple, crispy baked snacks featuring the classic Mediterranean pairing of spinach and feta cheese. They are perfect as an easy Mediterranean appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 10 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 10 ounces fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. Let it cool slightly.
  3. In a bowl, combine the cooled spinach, crumbled feta cheese, ricotta cheese, beaten egg, nutmeg, pepper, and salt. Mix gently until just combined. This is your filling for the crispy feta snacks.
  4. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean, dry surface. Brush the entire surface lightly with melted butter.
  5. Place a second sheet of phyllo dough directly on top of the first. Brush this second sheet lightly with butter. Repeat this process until you have a stack of 5 buttered sheets.
  6. Spread half of the spinach and feta filling in a thin, even layer over the top sheet of phyllo, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
  7. Starting from one long side, tightly roll the layered phyllo dough into a log. Brush the outside of the log lightly with more melted butter.
  8. Carefully slice the log into 1-inch thick rounds to create your spinach bites. Place these rounds cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 with the remaining 5 sheets of phyllo dough and the rest of the filling to make a second log and slice.
  10. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the crisps are golden brown and crisp. Serve warm as simple Mediterranean finger foods.

Notes

  • For an air fryer spinach feta crisp variation, cook at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 to 10 minutes, checking frequently for doneness.
  • You can prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to two days.
  • These freeze well before baking; place unbaked crisps on a tray, freeze solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.

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