Ingredients:
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent rolls: This is the base of your crescents, providing a soft, fluffy texture.
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled: Adds a tangy, salty flavor that pairs well with the spinach.
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded: Provides a melty, stretchy texture and a mild, creamy taste.
- 3 oz spinach: You can use fresh or frozen spinach. If using frozen, make sure to thaw and squeeze out excess moisture.
- 2 oz black olives, diced: Adds a nice briny contrast to the creamy cheeses.
- 1 egg white, beaten: This will be used to brush the crescents, giving them a golden, crispy exterior.
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes: Adds a slight kick. Adjust according to your heat preference.
Instructions:
- Prep the filling:
- If you’re using fresh spinach, wash and chop it finely. If using frozen spinach, ensure it’s thoroughly thawed and squeeze out all excess water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach and diced black olives.
- Add the crumbled feta and shredded mozzarella cheeses to the bowl.
- Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt if desired (remember, feta is already quite salty).
- Toss everything together until well mixed. Set aside.
- Prepare the crescent rolls:
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the crescent roll package (typically around 375°F).
- Open the cans of crescent dough and unroll it. Separate the dough into the pre-cut triangles.
- Spoon a small amount of the spinach and cheese mixture onto the wider end of each triangle.
- Shape the crescents:
- Carefully roll up the dough starting from the wide end with the filling, rolling towards the narrow tip to form a crescent shape. Ensure the filling stays well-contained within the dough.
- Place the shaped crescents on a cookie sheet that has been lightly greased or lined with parchment paper.
- Bake:
- Lightly brush the top of each crescent with the beaten egg white. This helps achieve a beautiful golden-brown finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the crescents are golden and puffed up.
- Serving:
- Remove the baked crescents from the oven and let them cool slightly on a cooling rack.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or a tasty snack.
Enjoy your homemade Spinach Feta Stuffed Crescents, perfect for any gathering or a simple family snack!
