Mediterranean Spinach Feta Cheese Crisps (Printable)

Golden wonton cups filled with creamy feta, wilted spinach, lemon zest, and aromatic herbs. A savory Mediterranean-inspired party treat.

# What you'll need:

→ Wonton Shells

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→ Filling

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# Method:

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; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add chopped spinach in batches, stirring until wilted. Cook until most moisture evaporates, about 2–3 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 8–10 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. Just before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds or toasted pine nuts and a pinch of smoked paprika, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

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  • These look like you spent all day in the kitchen but come together in under 40 minutes
  • The combination of salty feta and bright lemon hits every craving at once
  • Each bite size crisp is the perfect conversation starter for any gathering
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  • Squeezing excess moisture from the spinach prevents soggy bottoms which is the biggest mistake people make
  • Pre baking the wonton wrappers ensures they stay crisp even after the filling is added
  • Letting them cool in the pan for a few minutes helps set the filling so they do not fall apart when you move them
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  • Use a small cookie scoop to fill the cups quickly and evenly without making a mess
  • If you have extra filling bake it in a small ramekin alongside the cups for the cook's snack
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