Cheese Pinwheels (Easy Appetizers)
Flaky, golden cheese pinwheels made from puff pastry and melted cheese. These easy appetizers are quick to prepare, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for parties, brunches, or snacks. No complicated ingredients, just buttery layers, gooey cheese, and aromatic herbs baked to perfection.
Equipment
- Baking tray lined with parchment paper
- Rolling Pin
- Sharp knife
- Pastry brush
- Mixing bowl (for egg wash)
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons herbed cream cheese or garlic spread
- 1 egg beaten (for brushing)
- ½ teaspoon dried herbs oregano, thyme, or parsley
Optional:
- baby spinach, roasted red peppers, or sliced olives (for added flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, unroll the puff pastry and smooth any creases.
- Spread an even layer of herbed cream cheese or garlic spread over the pastry.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
- Add optional toppings like spinach, roasted red peppers, or olives.
- Starting from the long side, roll the pastry tightly into a log.
- Chill the roll in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes for easier slicing.
- Slice into ½-inch rounds and place them flat on the prepared baking tray.
- Brush the tops lightly with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed, crisp, and golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Approximate per piece)
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
