Mini Spanakopita Triangle Cluster (Printable view)

Crispy phyllo triangles with spinach, feta, and herbs baked in a pull-apart cluster.

# What You Need:

→ Filling

01 - 10 oz fresh spinach, washed and chopped
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
06 - 3.5 oz ricotta cheese
07 - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
08 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
11 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Pastry

13 - 12 sheets phyllo dough, thawed if frozen
14 - 7 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
15 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Topping

16 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
17 - 1 tbsp nigella seeds (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
03 - Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted and liquid evaporates, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a large bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with crumbled feta, ricotta, beaten eggs, dill, parsley, nutmeg, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly to integrate all ingredients.
05 - Unroll phyllo sheets and keep covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Brush one sheet lightly with melted butter, then fold lengthwise into a strip approximately 3 inches (7 cm) wide.
06 - Place about one heaping teaspoon of filling at the bottom of the strip. Fold the corner over the filling to form a triangle, continuing to fold up the strip while maintaining the triangle shape until fully wrapped. Repeat with remaining sheets and filling.
07 - Place the formed triangles close together in a circular or clustered pattern on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they touch but do not overlap.
08 - Mix remaining melted butter with 2 tablespoons olive oil and brush over the tops of the triangles. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame and nigella seeds for added texture and flavor.
09 - Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes until the triangles turn golden brown and crisp. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crispy, golden phyllo wraps a flavorful spinach and feta filling.
  • Pull-apart cluster presentation makes sharing easy and fun.
  • Makes 24 bite-sized triangles, ideal for parties or gatherings.
  • Vegetarian and packed with fresh herbs for bright, authentic taste.
02 -
  • Be sure to keep phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
  • Folding the triangles tightly ensures neat shapes and even baking.
  • Freezing the assembled but unbaked triangles makes for a convenient make-ahead option.
  • Bake frozen triangles adding 5 extra minutes to the baking time for best results.
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