Crispy, cheesy, crowd-pleasing
These Parmesan and spinach cheese twists are golden, flaky, and packed with savory flavor in every bite. Made with buttery puff pastry, melty Parmesan, and vibrant spinach, they’re the perfect balance of crispy edges and cheesy centers. Ideal for parties, snack boards, or an easy side for soups and salads, these twists come together quickly with minimal prep. They’re especially great for busy days when you want something homemade but effortless. Serve them warm from the oven and watch them disappear—this is one simple recipe that always delivers big flavor with very little work.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
- Total Time: ~25 minutes
- Servings: 16–20 twists
📝 Ingredients List
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp knife or pizza cutter
- Pastry brush
🥨 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface.
- In a bowl, mix spinach, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, and black pepper until evenly combined 😊
- Spread the mixture evenly over half of the puff pastry.
- Fold the other half over the filling and gently press to seal.
- Cut into ½-inch strips, then twist each strip 2–3 times and place on the baking sheet ✨
- Brush lightly with egg wash and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until puffed, crisp, and golden brown.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving—cheese will be hot!
💡 Pro Tips
- Extra crisp: Use finely grated Parmesan for better melting and crunch.
- Make ahead: Assemble twists and refrigerate up to 12 hours before baking.
- Flavor boost: Add lemon zest or swap Italian seasoning for garlic herb blend.
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers reheat well at 350°F for 5 minutes.