1-Preparing the Filling: First, roughly chop the 10 oz baby spinach in a food processor in three batches and transfer it to a large bowl. This helps get an even texture for your spinach filling without any big chunks. Next, add the 8 oz small curd cottage cheese and break the 12 oz feta cheese into pieces as you mix it in, along with the 5 beaten eggs.

2-Preparing the Filling: Stir everything together gently with a spatula until well combined, creating that creamy feta cheese filling we all love. Take a moment to taste and adjust if needed, but remember not to overmix to keep the textures distinct. Once done, your filling is ready for the next steps, setting the stage for a delicious spanakopita strudels outcome.

3-Setting Up Your Workspace: Now, set up a workspace with a large cutting board, a 1/2 cup measuring cup for the filling, a teaspoon for butter, and a brush for applying the melted butter. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper to make baking straightforward and mess-free. Keeping everything organized helps the process go smoothly, especially if you’re new to working with fillo dough.

4-Assembling the Strudels: Open one package of the fillo dough, unroll it, and keep it covered when not in use to prevent drying out. If the sheets are purs larger than about 9 by 14 inches, cut them in half for easier handling. Preheat your oven to 350ºF to get it ready for baking these spanakopita strudels.

5-Assembling the Strudels: Lay one fillo sheet on your work surface and spoon three teaspoons of the melted butter over it, making sure not to fully cover or brush it for a lighter texture. Add a second sheet on top and spoon butter over the uncovered areas, then repeating for a third sheet to build those flaky layers. Learn more about handling phyllo dough here to perfect your technique.

6-Baking and Serving: Use the 1/2 cup measuring cup to place a level amount of filling about 2 inches from the bottom of the layered fillo. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll it up to form a neat parcel, then place it seam side down on the baking sheet. Brush the top with a bit more melted butter and repeat for the rest of your strudels.

7-Baking and Serving: Bake them in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes until they turn golden brown, filling your kitchen with that irresistible aroma. Let them cool briefly before serving to avoid burns, and enjoy your homemade spanakopita strudels warm. For more ideas, you can check out our guide to Greek recipes.