Air Fryer Spanakopita Recipe – Greek Special
- Prep Time40 min
- Cook Time15 min
- Total Time55 min
Air Fryer Spanakopita Ingredients :
- 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and thoroughly squeezed dry
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 (1-pound package) frozen phyllo dough, thawed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Tzatziki sauce for serving
- Chopped fresh dill for serving
How To Make Air Fryer Spanakopita :
Combine spinach, feta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and garlic in a bowl for the filling. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean work surface and lightly brush it with melted butter. Layer two more phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with butter. Keep the remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out. Cut the phyllo stack lengthwise into 3 strips, each 3 inches wide.
Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of filling onto the bottom of each strip. Fold the bottom right corner of the dough over the filling to form a triangle. Continue folding, alternating sides, until all the dough is folded. Place the spanakopita triangles, seam side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush the tops with butter. Repeat with the remaining phyllo, filling, and butter.
Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Arrange the spanakopita in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches as necessary.
Cook, flipping once halfway through, until the spanakopita triangles are golden brown, about 12 to 15 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly before serving with tzatziki sauce and chopped dill.
Recipe Notes:
The air fryer version of this Spanakopita recipe is based on the following adaptation:
For make-ahead preparation, follow Steps 1 to 3 as directed. Freeze the prepared spanakopita triangles on a baking sheet until firm, approximately 1 hour. Transfer them to a freezer container or zip-top freezer bag and store for up to 3 months. When ready to cook, proceed with Step 6 as instructed.
