Best 3 Spinach Cheese Swirls Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in the delightful Spinach Cheese Swirls, a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrant flavors of spinach, the richness of cheese, and the flaky texture of puff pastry. These delectable swirls are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat, making them perfect for any occasion. With three irresistible variations – Classic, Mediterranean, and Cheesy Broccoli – these versatile swirls cater to diverse palates. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind each recipe, ensuring you create perfect swirls that will leave a lasting impression on your family and friends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH CHEESE SWIRLS



Spinach Cheese Swirls image

My family loves dividing up this super-easy sandwich that's brimming with great spinach and onion flavor. Refrigerated pizza dough shaves minutes off prep time and creates a golden brown crust. The cheesy slices taste terrific warm or cold, so they're great for lunches, picnics or trips. -Mary Nichols Denver, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll pizza dough into a 14x10-in. rectangle. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, onion and garlic; spoon over dough to within 1 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; tucks ends under and pinch seam to seal. , Place seam side down on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 25-27 minutes or until golden brown. Cut into slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

SPINACH-CHEESE SWIRLS



Spinach-Cheese Swirls image

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup shredded Muenster cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 green onion, chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
All-purpose flour
1/2 of a 17.3-ounce package Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet), thawed
1 package (about 10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oven to 400°F. Beat the egg and water in a small bowl with a fork.
  • 2. Stir the Muenster cheese, Parmesan cheese, onion and garlic powder in a medium bowl.
  • 3. Sprinkle the flour on the work surface. Unfold the pastry sheet on the work surface. Brush the pastry sheet with the egg mixture. Top with the cheese mixture and spinach. Starting at a short side, roll up like a jelly roll. Cut into about 20 (1/2-inch) slices. Place the slices, cut-side down, onto 2 baking sheets. Brush the slices with the egg mixture.
  • 4. Bake for 15 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown. Remove the pastries from the baking sheets and let cool on wire racks for 10 minutes.
  • 5. For best results, make sure to remove as much liquid as you can from the spinach before adding it to the pastry. If it's too wet, it may make the pastry soggy.
  • 6. For Pesto Swirls, omit all ingredients but the flour and the puff pastry. Unfold the pastry sheet as directed above. Spread 1/2 of an 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened, on the pastry sheet to within 1/2 inch of the edge. Top with 3 tablespoons pesto sauce and sprinkle with 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts. Brush the edge of the pastry sheet with water. Roll up the pastry and proceed as directed above.
  • 7. For Ham & Broccoli Swirls, omit the spinach, cheeses, onion and garlic powder. Unfold the pastry sheet and brush with the egg mixture as directed above. Spread 1/2 of an 8-ounce container whipped cream cheese with chives on the pastry sheet. Top with 1 cup frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and well drained and 1 cup finely chopped cooked ham. Proceed as directed above.
  • 8. For a flavor twist, try a different cheese. Any shredded cheese will work in this recipe.

SPINACH CHEESE SWIRLS PLUS



Spinach Cheese Swirls Plus image

Another great recipe from Pepperidge Farms- these tempting appetizers look like they're difficult to make...but they're not. They feature a spinach, onion and cheese filling simply rolled up in flaky puff party and sliced into pinwheels.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large egg
1 Tbsp water
1/2 c shredded muenster cheese or mozzarella cheese
1/4 c grated parmesan cheese
1 medium green onion, chopped about 2 tablespoons
1/8 tsp garlic powder
all purpose flour
1/2 pkg. of 17.3 oz. pkg. pepperidge farms puff pastry sheets(1 sheet ,thawed)
10 oz pkg. thawed chopped spinach, drained and squeezed real dry.

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 400^. Beat the egg and water in a small bowl with a fork. Stir the cheeses,onion and garlic powder, in a medium bowl.
  • 2. Sprinkle the flour on the work surface. Unfold the pastry sheet. Brush with the egg wash. Top with the cheese mixture and very dry spinach. Starting at short side., roll up like a jelly roll. Cut into 20 --1/2-inch slices. Place cut side down onto 2 baking sheets. Brush the slices with the egg mixture.
  • 3. Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and let cool on wire racks for 10 minutes.
  • 4. For Pesto Swirls: Omit all ingredients except the flour and the puff pastry. Unfold the pastry sheet as directed above. Spread 1/2 of an 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened, on the pastry sheet to within 1/2 inch of the edge. Top with 3 Tablespoons pesto sauce and sprinkle with 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts. Brush the edge of the pastry sheet with water. Roll up and proceed as above.
  • 5. For Ham & Broccoli Swirls: Omit the spinach, cheeses, onion and garlic powder. Unfold the pastry and brush with the egg mixture as above. Spread 1/2 of and 8-oz. container whipped cream cheese with chives on the sheet. Top with 1 cup thawed, and well drained chopped broccoli and 1 cup finely chopped cooked ham. Proceed as above.
  • 6. For a flavor twist: Try a different cheese. Any shredded cheese will work in this recipe.

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a more vibrant flavor and color than frozen spinach.
  • Wilt the spinach properly: Wilting the spinach removes excess moisture and prevents the filling from becoming watery.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will greatly affect the flavor of the swirls. Use a cheese that melts well and has a sharp flavor, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan.
  • Don't overfill the pastry: Overfilling the pastry will make it difficult to roll up and will cause the filling to ooze out during baking.
  • Chill the pastry before baking: Chilling the pastry before baking will help it to hold its shape and prevent it from becoming too puffy.
  • Bake the swirls until they are golden brown: The swirls are done baking when they are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Spinach cheese swirls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be served as a light lunch or dinner. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your spinach cheese swirls are perfect every time.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #60-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #preparation     #occasion     #for-large-groups     #appetizers     #breads     #eggs-dairy     #vegetables     #dinner-party     #finger-food     #vegetarian     #cheese     #dietary     #greens     #spinach     #brunch     #number-of-servings     #presentation

Related Topics