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31 December 16, 2014 Appetizers

{Fool Proof} Creamy Spanakopita Tarts

Mini tarts pays homage to the classic Spanakopita! These fool proof Creamy Spanakopita Tarts fill mini phyllo tarts with a lighter spinach and feta filling. They will be they hit at any party!

Mini tarts pays homage to the classic Spanakopita! These fool proof Creamy Spanakopita Tarts fill mini phyllo tarts with a lighter spinach and feta filling. They will be they hit at any party!

Mini tarts pays homage to the classic Spanakopita! These fool proof Creamy Spanakopita Tarts fill mini phyllo tarts with a lighter spinach and feta filling. They will be they hit at any party!

I am thinking since Christmas is next week (WHA?T!), that it is perfectly acceptable that my diet consists of appetizers and peppermint blondies.

Holiday gatherings won’t be stopping anytime soon, so I think it is time my meals consist of tapas that could pass as meals and sweets to round everything out.  I mean tapas could pass as meals anyways. From bruschetta filled with creamy vegetables, whole grains and buttery prosciutto, you nearly have every food group.  Consider it healthy then, amiright? Right.

Mini tarts pays homage to the classic Spanakopita! These fool proof Creamy Spanakopita Tarts fill mini phyllo tarts with a lighter spinach and feta filling. They will be they hit at any party!

To our next holiday party, I will come with these creamy spanakopita tarts in hand. All the flavors of the classic greek dish, Spanakopita that is made with sautéed spinach and onions, salty feta and herbs then all wrapped in crispy and buttery phyllo dough. While I do find the flavors of the traditional recipe, it isn’t very party acceptable.

Mini tarts pays homage to the classic Spanakopita! These fool proof Creamy Spanakopita Tarts fill mini phyllo tarts with a lighter spinach and feta filling. They will be they hit at any party!

I solved this issue so it could fit my new diet. Mini phyllo tarts are party ready leaving me only to whip together the filling. Which can be done a day or so ahead to save your sanity day of the party. Then before wine o’clock, simply fill the tarts then bake to heat through and for the flavors to melt together.  Fool proof, you see?

With an appetizer as easy as these, I fully expect your diet to filled with creamy spanakopita tarts and your glass of wine always full!

Mini tarts pays homage to the classic Spanakopita! These fool proof Creamy Spanakopita Tarts fill mini phyllo tarts with a lighter spinach and feta filling. They will be they hit at any party!

Make sure to also check out the {Fool Proof} Spanakopita Tarts recipe over at Celebrations!

{Fool Proof} Creamy Spanakopita Tarts

Mini tarts pays homage to the classic Spanakopita! These fool proof Creamy Spanakopita Tarts fill mini phyllo tarts with a lighter spinach and feta filling. They will be they hit at any party!

10 minPrep Time

15 minCook Time

25 minTotal Time

Yields 30

Author:

Megan

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small sweet onion, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and wringed out of all water
  • 6 oz fat free feta
  • 1 oz low fat cream cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 pkgs frozen mini phyllo tarts (total of 30 tarts)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a sauté pan, heat olive oil. Add minced onions and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Add spinach (make sure to wring out all excess water! It will make your filling watery) to onion mixture and stir well to break up any large pieces of spinach.
  4. Add mixture to a mixing bowl. Add feta, cream cheese, egg, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir well until mixture is well combined.
  5. On a baking sheet, add mini phyllo cups. Add a heaping tablespoon mixture into each tart.
  6. Place in oven and bake for 10 -15 minutes, until mixture is heated through.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

*Spinach filling can be made ahead of time, then assembled and baked right before serving!

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Comments

  1. Aggie says

    December 16, 2014 at 5:52 am

    Such an awesome appetizer!! These look amazing and I would be afraid I would polish off entire plate :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 16, 2014 at 5:55 am

      Well attest they are healthier so have no shame ;) Thanks Aggie!
      Reply
    • Mary says

      January 13, 2019 at 1:43 pm

      I just made them all for myself as a meal lol
      Reply
  2. Heather @ Sugar Dish Me says

    December 16, 2014 at 6:14 am

    OMG Christmas is next week. I just had a slight nervous breakdown. I think I should eat every single little spanakopita to make me feel better.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 16, 2014 at 7:22 am

      I will be right there with you!!
      Reply
  3. Beth says

    December 16, 2014 at 7:07 am

    I spy a slate tray!! I've been looking for a round one!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 16, 2014 at 7:22 am

      Well I got mine at crate and barrel but not sure if they have a round one!
      Reply
  4. Lynn @ Order in the Kitchen says

    December 16, 2014 at 7:42 am

    omg girl I just can't even take it! These look SO incredible and I can't wait to serve them at our next dinner party!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 16, 2014 at 7:56 am

      Oh I love hearing that! Hope you all love them :)
      Reply
  5. WholeYum says

    December 16, 2014 at 7:46 am

    Thanks for sharing these on our site!! Looks delish!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 16, 2014 at 7:56 am

      Why thank you! My pleasure :)
      Reply
  6. Donalyn@TheCreeksideCook says

    December 16, 2014 at 9:39 am

    We love this stuff, and I make variations on it all the time - I think this is such a clever adaptation. Thanks!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 16, 2014 at 11:26 am

      Oh well thank you!
      Reply
  7. heather @french press says

    December 16, 2014 at 10:31 am

    pass me the tray! these look perfect for holiday parties
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 16, 2014 at 11:26 am

      On its way ;) Thank you Heather!
      Reply
  8. Karen @ The Food Charlatan says

    December 16, 2014 at 1:23 pm

    It is PERFECTLY acceptable to live on appetizers and blondies for the month of December. We will make it up in January right?? :) These look delicious!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 17, 2014 at 7:25 am

      Oh so glad I am not crazy! And most definitely! Thanks Karen!
      Reply
  9. Melanie | Melanie Makes says

    December 16, 2014 at 1:54 pm

    Not only do these apps look absolutely delicious, they're adorable as well! Adorable apps FTW!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 17, 2014 at 7:25 am

      Oh thanks so much lady!!
      Reply
  10. Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says

    December 16, 2014 at 3:44 pm

    Yum! These little tarts are filled with things I love. I imagine these would disappear quickly at any holiday gathering! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 17, 2014 at 7:28 am

      They most definitely do! Thanks Kristine!
      Reply
  11. Danae @ Recipe Runner says

    December 16, 2014 at 6:52 pm

    Appetizers and peppermint blondies are totally acceptable food groups up until Christmas, because we all know we can kiss the decadent food goodbye after that! Love these super easy to make spanakopita tarts, definitely making these soon!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 17, 2014 at 7:20 am

      Oh glad you will be joining me in the next diet! Hope you enjoy Danae!
      Reply
  12. Andi @ The Weary Chef says

    December 16, 2014 at 10:27 pm

    I love spinach, cheese, and the word foolproof, so these are pretty much perfect as far as I'm concerned! What a great party appetizer, Meg!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 17, 2014 at 7:19 am

      Right?! It's hard to go wrong with those! Thanks Andi!
      Reply
  13. Ashlyn @ Belle of the Kitchen says

    December 17, 2014 at 3:04 am

    These are adorable, Megan, and look so tasty! The perfect little appetizer for holiday parties. :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 17, 2014 at 7:17 am

      Thanks so much Ashlyn! They most definitely are!
      Reply
  14. Laura @ Petite Allergy Treats says

    December 18, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    I just love bite size appetizers that sneak real vegetables! These would be a hit at any party!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 18, 2014 at 3:25 pm

      Oh exactly! Sneaky healthy appetizers for the win!!
      Reply
  15. Connie | URBAN BAKES says

    December 18, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    This looks AMAZING! And I just so happen to have all of these ingredients. Definitely serving this at my next gathering!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 18, 2014 at 3:26 pm

      Oh that perfect then! Hope you enjoy them :)
      Reply
  16. Ginnie says

    December 20, 2014 at 11:22 am

    These look delicious! Spanakopita is a favorite of mine!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      December 20, 2014 at 12:04 pm

      It has quickly become my favorite as well!
      Reply
  17. Eric says

    January 28, 2016 at 10:16 am

    This recipe looks awesome! Spanakopita is one of my favorites but I shave always been too intimidated to try! This takes away that worry! Would you mind if we used one of your photos and linked to the recipe on our site? We're going to be sharing a list of recipes we're planning to make at our Big Game party and would love to highlight this one!  Thanks!!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 28, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Hi Eric! Why thank you and I wouldn't mind at all. Thanks for asking!
      Reply
  18. Joan Payton says

    September 25, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    These look amazing and fits well with my Greek nosh night. I'm assuming the phyllo tarts are uncooked since they're going in the oven for 10-15 minutes. All I could find in the store were the cooked ones. Thanks for your help.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 26, 2017 at 5:07 am

      Hi Joan, the mini phyllo tarts are the ones that are cooked but when they go into the oven, it is to warm the filling. The tarts won't burn on only 10-15 minutes. Enjoy!
      Reply

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