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Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Cheese Crisps

A stack of golden, flaky Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Cheese Crisps on a white plate.
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Make these easy, crispy baked snacks featuring a savory filling of spinach and salty feta cheese wrapped in flaky phyllo pastry.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (16 ounces) phyllo dough, thawed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for brushing
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 10 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
  • 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach wilts completely and all excess moisture evaporates. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the cooled spinach and onion mixture, crumbled feta cheese, beaten eggs, dill, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix gently until just combined.
  5. Unroll the thawed phyllo dough. Keep the stack covered with a slightly damp kitchen towel to prevent drying.
  6. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough flat on your work surface. Brush the entire surface lightly with melted butter.
  7. Place a second sheet of phyllo dough directly on top of the first. Brush this second sheet lightly with olive oil.
  8. Place about 2 tablespoons of the spinach and feta filling in a line along one short edge of the layered phyllo sheets, leaving a 1-inch border.
  9. Fold the sides of the phyllo over the filling, then tightly roll the pastry away from you to form a small, crisp log or cigar shape.
  10. Place the finished crisp seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top lightly with melted butter.
  11. Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling to make about 18 to 20 crisps.
  12. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crisp. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra crispness, brush the tops of the crisps with an egg wash (one egg mixed with 1 teaspoon of water) instead of butter before baking.
  • You can substitute fresh dill with 1 teaspoon of dried oregano for a different Mediterranean flavor.
  • Serve these savory Greek snack recipes with a side of tzatziki for dipping.

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