Spinach Feta Stuffed Crescents are a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the earthy flavors of spinach, the tanginess of feta, and the gooey goodness of melted mozzarella, all wrapped in a flaky crescent roll.
Spinach Feta Stuffed Crescents
Ingredients:
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls (8 oz each)
- 4 oz feta cheese crumbles
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 3 oz spinach, fresh or frozen
- 2 oz black olives, diced
- 1 egg white, beaten
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
How To Make Spinach Feta Stuffed Crescents:
- Prepare Filling:
- Chop the spinach and olives and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add feta cheese, shredded mozzarella, red pepper flakes, and salt to the bowl.
- Toss the ingredients thoroughly to combine and set the bowl aside.
- Unroll Crescent Dough:
- Preheat the oven to the temperature printed on the packaging for the crescent rolls.
- Unroll the crescent dough and divide it into triangles.
- Add Filling:
- Spoon small heaps of the spinach mixture onto the wide part of each crescent dough triangle.
- Roll Up Crescents:
- Roll up each crescent, starting from the wide end and ending at the point.
- Brush with Egg White:
- Place the rolled-up crescents on a greased cookie sheet.
- Before baking, lightly brush each crescent with the beaten egg white.
- Bake:
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the crescents are golden brown.
Tips:
- When using frozen spinach, make sure to thaw and drain it well to remove excess moisture. Squeeze out any water to prevent the filling from becoming too wet.
- Customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes according to your taste preferences.
- Be gentle when rolling up the crescents to avoid overpacking them with filling. A moderate amount of filling ensures that the crescents bake evenly.
- Lightly brushing the crescents with beaten egg white before baking gives them a beautiful golden brown color and a slight sheen.
- Serve the Spinach Feta Stuffed Crescents warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Consider serving these crescents with a side of marinara sauce or tzatziki for dipping.
These stuffed crescents are not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser with their flavorful filling and flaky exterior. Enjoy the delicious combination of spinach and feta in each bite!
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