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Gluten-Free Spinach and Cheese Puffs on Baking Tray

Gluten Free Spinach & Cheese Puffs: Warm & Easy Fall Favorite

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These flaky, golden Gluten-Free Spinach & Cheese Puffs are the perfect savory snack or brunch bite. Filled with creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and earthy spinach, they’re a comforting throwback to Tuscan fall flavors—recreated for a gluten-free lifestyle.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Italian
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Rolling Pin
  • parchment paper
  • knife or cutter
  • fork
  • baking sheet
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup ricotta cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 egg
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • optional: pinch of nutmeg or red chili flakes
  • 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
  • 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 large egg
  • 3–5 tbsp cold water, as needed
  • 1 beaten egg (for brushing)

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, mix chopped spinach, mozzarella, ricotta, parmesan, garlic, and egg. Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg or chili flakes. Stir until well combined and chill while preparing dough.
  • In a large bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking powder. Add cold butter and work into the flour with fingers or pastry cutter until crumbly. Add the egg and 3–5 tablespoons of cold water, mixing until a soft dough forms. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment. Roll out the dough to 1/8 inch thick between two sheets of parchment. Cut into 3-inch squares or circles.
  • Place 1 heaping tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough piece. Fold over and crimp edges with a fork to seal.
  • Arrange puffs on the baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden and puffed.
  • Cool slightly before serving. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days or freeze unbaked for future baking.

Notes

Use cold butter and chilled dough for maximum puff. Don’t overfill to avoid breakage. Make ahead and freeze unbaked for quick future snacks. For variations, try feta instead of ricotta, or vegan cheese and flax egg.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 1.1mg
Keyword fall gluten free snacks, gluten free savory puffs, spinach cheese appetizer
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