1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to avoid sticking.
2. Prepare Spinach Mixture: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until soft and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the baby spinach, season with salt and pepper, and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
3. Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into either 6 large squares or 12 smaller squares, depending on your preference. Arrange the squares on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Make Filling: In a bowl, mix the cooled spinach mixture with cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, one egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Assemble Puffs: Spoon a portion of the spinach and cheese filling onto the center of each puff pastry square. Fold two opposite corners of each square towards the center to create a neat packet.
6. Brush and Bake: Beat the egg yolk and brush it over the top of each pastry square for a golden, glossy finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
7. Cool and Serve: Allow the puff pastry bites to cool slightly before serving. These Spinach and Cream Cheese Puffs are delicious warm or at room temperature, making them a versatile appetizer choice.
These delightful puffs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that adds a touch of elegance and flavor to any event!
