Mini Spanakopita Triangle Cluster (Printable Version)

Crispy phyllo clusters with a savory spinach, feta, and herb filling baked golden-brown and perfect for sharing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Filling

01 - 10 oz fresh spinach, washed and chopped
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
06 - 3.5 oz ricotta cheese
07 - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
08 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
10 - ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
11 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - ¼ tsp salt

→ Pastry

13 - 12 sheets phyllo dough, thawed if frozen
14 - 7 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
15 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Topping

16 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
17 - 1 tbsp nigella seeds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
03 - Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted and most liquid evaporates, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine the spinach mixture with feta, ricotta, beaten eggs, dill, parsley, nutmeg, black pepper, and salt. Stir thoroughly to integrate all ingredients.
05 - Unroll the phyllo dough and keep covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Take one sheet at a time, brush lightly with melted butter, and fold lengthwise into a strip approximately 3 inches wide.
06 - Place a heaping teaspoon of filling at the bottom of each phyllo strip. Fold the corner over the filling to create a triangle, then continue folding the strip in triangular shapes until fully folded. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling.
07 - Place the prepared triangles closely together in a circular or cluster pattern on the lined baking sheet, ensuring they touch but do not overlap.
08 - Brush the tops of the triangles with the remaining melted butter mixed with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with sesame and nigella seeds if desired.
09 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until the triangles are golden brown and crisp. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Delightfully crispy phyllo pastry wrapped around a savory spinach and feta filling.
  • Pull-apart cluster makes sharing and serving effortless.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and packed with fresh herbs for bold flavor.
  • Perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a flavorful appetizer anytime.
02 -
  • Decken Sie die Phyllo-Blätter während der Arbeit stets mit einem feuchten Tuch ab, um ein Austrocknen zu verhindern.
  • Backen Sie die Spanakopita auf der mittleren Schiene Ihres Ofens für gleichmäßige Bräunung.
  • Sie können die ungebackenen Dreiecke auch einfrieren und bei Bedarf direkt aus dem Gefrierschrank backen, dafür etwa 5 Minuten länger backen.
  • Säubern Sie die Pfanne zwischendurch gut, damit sich die Farbe und der Geschmack des Spinats nicht verfälschen.
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