Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Crisps (Printable)

Crispy wonton cups packed with creamy feta, spinach, lemon zest, and Mediterranean herbs for elegant entertaining.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Wonton Shells

01 - 24 wonton wrappers
02 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

→ Filling

03 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 6 ounces fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
06 - 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
07 - 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese, optional for extra creaminess
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
09 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 0.5 teaspoon dried dill or 1 teaspoon minced fresh dill
11 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - Pinch of fine sea salt, adjusted to taste
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

→ Garnish

14 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds or toasted pine nuts, optional
15 - Pinch of smoked paprika, optional

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly brush each cup of a 24-cup mini muffin tin with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
02 - Press a wonton wrapper into each cup, smoothing the bottom and sides to form a cup. Brush exposed edges with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
03 - Bake empty shells for 5 minutes until just beginning to turn golden and set. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
04 - In a medium skillet over medium heat, warm 1 teaspoon olive oil. Add shallot and sauté for 2 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add chopped spinach in batches, stirring until wilted. Cook until most moisture evaporates, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer spinach mixture to a paper-lined bowl and press gently to remove excess liquid. Cool for 2 minutes.
06 - In a mixing bowl, combine drained spinach, feta, ricotta if using, lemon zest, oregano, dill, black pepper, salt, and parsley. Stir until evenly mixed.
07 - Spoon about 1 heaping teaspoon of the spinach-feta mixture into each pre-baked wonton shell, filling almost to the top.
08 - Return filled cups to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until wrapper edges are golden and filling is heated through and set.
09 - Remove from oven and let crisps cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
10 - Just before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds or toasted pine nuts and a pinch of smoked paprika if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Every bite delivers that perfect crunch followed by warm, tangy creaminess that keeps hands reaching back to the platter.
  • They look like you fussed for hours but come together in under forty minutes start to finish.
  • The filling tastes bright and herbaceous, never heavy, so guests can eat four without regret.
  • You can prep the spinach mixture a day ahead and just fill and bake when company arrives.
02 -
  • If you skip draining the spinach, the filling will weep moisture and turn the wonton cups limp and sad instead of crisp.
  • Par-baking the empty shells is not optional; it creates a barrier that keeps the wrapper crunchy even after you add the wet filling.
  • Brushing the wonton edges with olive oil before the first bake ensures they turn golden and toasty, not pale and chewy.
03 -
  • Use block feta and crumble it yourself; pre-crumbled feta is coated in anti-caking agents that make the filling grainy instead of creamy.
  • Press the spinach harder than you think you need to; even a tablespoon of extra moisture will ruin the texture of the finished crisps.
  • Toast your pine nuts in a dry skillet for two minutes before sprinkling them on top; the nutty aroma transforms them from ordinary to unforgettable.
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