Baked Mozzarella Spinach Cups (Printer View)
Golden spinach cups with mozzarella, crispy exterior, creamy inside. Irresistible for sharing.
# Components:
→ Filling
01 - 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach, steamed and squeezed dry
02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Cups
08 - 12 small wonton wrappers or phyllo cups
→ Topping
09 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the steamed spinach, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until thoroughly blended.
02 - Arrange wonton wrappers or phyllo cups in a 12-cup muffin tin. Spoon the spinach cheese mixture evenly into each cup, filling to the top.
03 - Transfer the muffin tin to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling.
04 - Remove from oven and cool briefly. Sprinkle parsley over each cup prior to serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Easy to make ahead of time
- Only a handful of ingredients needed
- Crowd-pleasing appetizer with classic flavors
- Minimal prep and mess for parties
02 -
- Excellent source of vitamin K and calcium
- Perfect for freezing ahead and reheating for last-minute guests
- Great way to sneak greens into snacks for kids
03 -
- Avoid watery filling by draining spinach until completely dry
- Shredding your own mozzarella gives better melt and richer flavor
- Brush phyllo or wonton bases with olive oil for golden crunch