Puff Pastry Spanakopita Braid Recipes

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SPANAKOPITA PUFF PASTRY BRAID



SPANAKOPITA PUFF PASTRY BRAID image

Provided by Dimitra Khan

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 sheets puff pastry
​10 ounces baby spinach, chopped
3/4 cup full fat ricotta cheese
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1-2 scallions, finely sliced
optional topping: 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 egg yolk mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • ​Preheat the oven to 400 °F, 200 °C.
  • ​Begin by preparing the spinach filling. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, feta, ricotta cheese, dill, salt, pepper, and scallions. Mix well until the spinach is completely coated with the cheeses and all of the ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Taste and check for seasoning. Add more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Beat the egg and add to the spinach mixture. Mix well until incorporated and set aside.
  • Lightly dust your work surface with some all-purpose flour. Roll out each sheet of puff pastry to a 12" by 15" rectangle. Place the puff pastry sheet on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  • Make an even number of diagonal cuts down each side (approx. 1 inch apart) of the rectangle.
  • Divide the spinach filling into 2 portions.
  • Spread the spinach and cheese mixture down the center of the prepared puff pastry.
  • Fold the diagonal strips of dough in a criss-cross pattern over the filling, forming a braid.
  • Press the ends together to seal the top and bottom.
  • Brush with the egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
  • Chill in the freezer for 15 minutes or in the refrigerator for 25 minutes.
  • Bake in the center rack of the oven until puffed and golden brown. About 30-35 minutes.
  • Allow to cool completely before serving.
  • Serve with tzaztiki sauce.
  • Make ahead tips:
  • The puff pastry braid can be assembled, chilled in the freezer until firm then wrapped with parchment paper and foil until ready to bake.
  • The frozen (uncooked) braid can be store in the freezer up to 3 weeks.
  • When ready to bake, brush with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar and bake until puffed and golden. About 45-50 minutes.

SPINACH IN PUFF PASTRY



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 cups chopped onions (2 onions)
1 tablespoon chopped garlic (3 cloves)
2 (10-ounce) boxes frozen chopped spinach, defrosted
1/3 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (2 scallions)
1 cup grated Gruyere cheese
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs, plain or seasoned
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup toasted pignoli (pine) nuts
2 sheets (1 box) frozen puff pastry (such as Pepperidge Farm), defrosted overnight in the refrigerator
1 extra-large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Heat the butter in a saute pan and cook the onions over medium-low heat for 5 to 7 minutes, until tender. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Meanwhile, squeeze most of the water out of the spinach and place it in a bowl. Add the onion mixture, scallions, Gruyere, Parmesan, eggs, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and pignolis. Mix well.
  • Unfold one sheet of puff pastry and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the spinach mixture in the middle of the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border. Brush the border with the egg wash. Roll out the second piece of puff pastry on a floured board until it's an inch larger in each direction. Place the second sheet of pastry over the spinach and seal the edges, crimping them with a fork. Brush the top with egg wash but don't let it drip down the sides or the pastry won't rise. Make three small slits in the pastry, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until the pastry is lightly browned. Transfer to a cutting board and serve hot.

PUFF PASTRY SPANAKOPITA BRAID



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An easy to make puff pastry braid with a deliciously tasty spanakopita filling! If you're craving spanakopita (spinach and feta pie) but don't want to use filo pastry, this is a great alternative that will hit the spot. This is an easy choice of recipe to feed a crowd or bring to a gathering - spanakopita pie is a favourite amongst vegetarians and non vegetarians alike.

Provided by Christine Melanson

Categories     Happy Veggie Kitchen Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 rolls of ready made puff pastry
1 egg (whisked)
500 g frozen chopped spinach
200 g feta cheese
2 Tbsp of cream cheese
Handful of mint leaves (chopped)
1 small onion (minced)
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 180C / 360F. Prepare your spinach. First, defrost it. Either leave it out to thaw for a few hours at room temperature, or use your microwave's defrost setting for a few minutes. It doesn't need to be warm or completely thawed, you just want to loosen up the blocks of spinach enough to be able to squeeze out moisture. To do this, I like to put all the spinach into a sieve or colander and use a heavy bowl to press down and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  • Place the spinach into a large bowl and set aside.
  • Heat a little oil in a frying pan and saute the onion until soft.
  • Add the onion into the bowl with the spinach and mix in the feta, cream cheese, lemon juice and mint. Add a little extra cream cheese if needed to bind everything together into a nice creamy filling.
  • Time to prepare the braid. There are images of process in the blog post above. Unroll your puff pastry to lay flat on a baking tray lined with baking paper (your pastry may come rolled in baking paper that you can use).
  • Use kitchen scissors or a knife to cut slices (just under 1/3rd of the way in) on either side. Scoop your filling (1/2 per braid) in the middle and bring the pastry strips on either side up to cover the filling, allowing them to overlap in the middle.
  • Whisk an egg thoroughly in a small bowl and brush over the top of the spanakopita braids.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until the top is crisp and golden.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 165 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 395 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

EASY PUFF PASTRY SPANAKOPITA



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Puff pastry spanakopita, a delicious recipe for Greek spinach and feta pie made easy by using puff pastry instead of phyllo.

Provided by Adina

Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb frozen spinach (500 g)
1 sheet puff pastry (Note 2)
1 egg (large, divided)
3 spring onions
3 garlic cloves
9 oz feta (250 g, Note 3)
¼ teaspoon dried mint (or 1 tablespoon fresh and chopped)
2 tablespoons dill (fresh or frozen)
¼ teaspoon lemon zest
½ tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon milk
½ teaspoon black sesame seeds (Note 4)

Steps:

  • Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze it thoroughly (Note 5).
  • Puff pastry: If using frozen puff pastry, thaw and roll it according to the package instructions. If using refrigerated and already rolled pastry, remove it from the fridge about 10 minutes before baking.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F/ 190°C. Brush the baking dish with olive oil.
  • Beat the egg in a cup. Remove about ¼ of the egg and keep it separated for later; you will need it to brush the pastry before baking.
  • Filling: Place squeezed spinach in a medium bowl. Add the egg (except for what you saved for brushing) finely chopped onions, grated garlic, crumbled feta, dried mint, chopped dill, lemon zest and juice, salt, and black pepper. Combine well and adjust the taste if necessary.
  • Drape the dough sheet over the baking dish.
  • Spread the feta and spinach filling inside the pastry, then fold in the corners and sides of the dough toward the center. The filling will not be fully covered in the middle. Trim a bit of the dough corners and sides to make the pie look nice.
  • Egg wash: Mix the beaten egg you've saved with the milk and brush the pastry with the mixture. Sprinkle it with sesame seeds.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is puffed up and deeply golden.
  • Let sit for about 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 566 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 39 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 1130 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 21 g

PUFF PASTRY BRAID



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Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     dessert

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

One 9-inch square sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread
1/4 cup salted roasted peanuts, chopped
1 large egg, beaten
Pinch sea salt
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Splash of milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment.
  • Lay out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Imagine the pastry has 3 equal sections. Add the hazelnut spread to the center section and, using a knife, cover the center section with the spread, leaving a 1/2-inch border at the top and bottom. Sprinkle the peanuts over the chocolate hazelnut spread.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut the 2 outside sections into six 1-inch horizontal strips just to the center section.
  • Fold the 1/2-inch borders at the top and bottom inwards, over the edges of the chocolate filling. Next, starting at one end, begin folding the pastry strips over the filling, alternating the sides to create a braid appearance. Put the braid on the parchment-lined sheet pan.
  • Brush the pastry braid with the beaten egg and sprinkle with the sea salt. Bake until golden and cooked through, 28 to 30 minutes.
  • While the pastry bakes, make the icing by whisking the powdered sugar, vanilla and milk in a bowl until smooth. Set aside.
  • Allow the pastry to cool for 10 to 15 minutes. Drizzle over the icing, slice and serve.

SPINACH PIE IN PUFF PASTRY (SPANAKOPITA)



Spinach Pie in Puff Pastry (Spanakopita) image

Modified from a recipe by Ina Garten. We've made this a few times for dinner, and it turned out delicious as well as beautiful. The puff pastry is much easier to work with than phyllo dough, so this comes together fairly quickly.

Provided by MindiLouWho

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 1 large pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium onions, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen chopped spinach, thawed & squeezed dry
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated or shredded
4 eggs, extra large, beaten
1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 large egg, beaten with 1 tbsp water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375. Line a baking sheet with parchment (preferable) but you can use aluminum foil with a light spray of cooking oil.
  • Melt butter and cook onions for a few minutes, until soft. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Beat eggs in medium bowl. Add cooked onion, spinach, feta, parmesan, bread crumbs. Add salt, pepper, & nutmeg. Mix well with fork.
  • Place one unfolded sheet of puff pastry on the parchment or sprayed aluminum foil. Spread the spinach mixture over the pastry, leaving a border of one inch all around the edges. Keep the spinach flat; do not pile high.
  • Brush the edges with the egg wash made with the last egg. Cover with the second sheet of pastry that has been slightly flattened with a rolling pin to one inch bigger than the first sheet. (This ensures all the spinach will be covered). Press edges together with fingertips or fork, making sure mixture is sealed well. Brush just the top with egg wash, careful not to drip any down the sides. Cut a few slits in the top with a sharp knife to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake 30-40 minutes, until golden brown. Can be served hot or at room temperature.

PUFF PASTRY



Puff pastry image

Test your skills by creating layers of buttery puff pastry to use in sweet and savoury pies, tarts, desserts and canapés

Provided by Caroline Hire - Food writer

Categories     Dessert, Dinner

Time 40m

Yield Makes 625g pastry

Number Of Ingredients 2

250g strong flour , plus extra for dusting
225g cold butter

Steps:

  • Put the flour and a pinch of salt in the food processor. Turn it on and steadily pour in 150ml of water. When the dough comes together, cover it in cling film and chill for 20 mins.
  • Lightly flour your surface and roll the dough into a 25cm circle. Put the butter in between two pieces of baking parchment and soften it by tapping it with a rolling pin. Cut the butter in half and repeat the process until the butter is pliable but still cold. Reshape to the size roughly of a postcard.
  • Put the butter in the centre of the pastry and fold over the right and left sides of the circle, overlapping in the middle. Press the dough with your rolling pin to make it longer and then lightly mark into thirds. Fold the bottom third up to cover the middle third and the top third down. Seal the dough gently by pressing down on the edges with your rolling pin. Give the dough a quarter turn.
  • Roll the dough out to a long rectangle (roughly 18 x 38cm), keeping the edges square and the sides straight. Mark the dough into thirds again, fold the bottom third up and the top third down. Seal the edges and give the dough a quarter turn. Repeat one more time, cover and chill for 20 mins.
  • Repeat step four twice more, chilling each time. Chill for one hour before using. Watch our puff pastry video for a Good Food tutorial.

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