Flaky Spinach and Feta Spanakopita Cookies

Flaky Spinach and Feta Spanakopita Cookies are a fun, creative twist on the classic Greek spanakopita — reimagined into bite-sized, flaky, savory cookies or pinwheels. Think of them as crispy, buttery, spiral pastries filled with spinach, feta, herbs, and garlic — perfect for appetizers, snacks, or party trays.

🥬 Flaky Spanakopita Cookies (Spinach & Feta Spirals)

🧀 Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup thawed frozen spinach, squeezed dry)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ small onion or 2 green onions, finely chopped

• ½ tsp dried dill or a handful of fresh chopped dill

• ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1 egg (optional, for binding)

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the dough:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed but cold
  (or use homemade or store-bought pie dough or phyllo dough if you’re ambitious)

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Optional: sesame or nigella seeds for topping

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Sauté the filling

   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

   • Add onion and garlic, cook until soft.

   • Add spinach and cook until wilted (or warm through if using frozen).

   • Stir in dill, season with salt and pepper.

   • Remove from heat and cool slightly. Stir in feta and egg (if using).

2. Prepare the dough

   • Roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle (about 10×12 inches).

   • Spread the cooled spinach-feta mixture evenly over the surface, leaving a ½-inch border.

3. Roll and chill

   • Roll the pastry up tightly (like a jelly roll) from the long side.

   • Wrap in plastic and chill for 15–20 minutes in the fridge to firm up — easier slicing!

4. Slice into cookies

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Slice the roll into ½-inch thick pinwheels.

   • Place on parchment-lined baking tray. Brush tops with egg wash. Sprinkle with sesame or nigella seeds if desired.

5. Bake

   • Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.

   • Cool slightly before serving — enjoy warm or room temperature!

🌿 Variations:

• Add ricotta or cream cheese for a creamier filling

• Mix in chopped sun-dried tomatoes or olives

• Use phyllo dough for a more authentic spanakopita texture (though less cookie-like)