Savory • Cheesy • Perfect for Adventurous Snackers 🍪
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These Spinach + Feta Cookies are inspired by the classic Greek dish spanakopita—crispy on the edges, soft inside, and packed with herby, salty goodness. They’re fun, unexpected, and absolutely addictive.
⏱️ Time & Yield
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Bake: 18–22 minutes
- Total: ~35 minutes
- Makes: 14–16 cookies
🧾 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Flavor Base
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp olive oil (optional but flavorful)
Star Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked spinach, well squeezed and finely chopped
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, finely chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
Optional Add-Ins
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- Pinch of chili flakes
- Sesame seeds for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Cream butter & egg
In another bowl, beat butter until smooth. Add egg and olive oil; mix well.
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4️⃣ Add flavor
Fold in spinach, feta, herbs, garlic, and optional Parmesan.
5️⃣ Combine
Add dry ingredients to wet and mix just until a soft dough forms.
6️⃣ Shape cookies
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, place on tray, and gently flatten.
7️⃣ Bake
Bake 18–22 minutes, until lightly golden at edges.
8️⃣ Cool & serve
Cool 5 minutes on tray, then transfer to rack.
🌿 Nutrition (Approx. per cookie)
- Calories: 110–125
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fat: 6 g
🥜 Nut & Allergen Information
- Nut-Free: Yes
- Contains: Gluten, dairy, egg
- Vegetarian: Yes
⚠️ Always squeeze spinach very dry to avoid soggy cookies.
Q & A (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Are these sweet cookies?
No—they’re fully savory, like a baked snack or appetizer.
Q: Can I use frozen spinach?
Yes. Thaw completely and squeeze out all moisture.
Q: Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes—use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Q: How do I store them?
Airtight container up to 3 days refrigerated, or freeze up to 2 months.
⭐ Pro Tips
- Chill dough 10 minutes for thicker cookies
- Sprinkle sesame seeds for authentic Greek flavor
- Serve with yogurt dip or soup
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