Description
This recipe features delicious spinach dip wrapped in buttery puff pastry and baked into bite-sized golden pinwheels. Perfect as an appetizer or party snack, these creamy and savory treats combine a flavorful spinach and cream cheese filling with the flaky texture of puff pastry. Quick to prepare and irresistibly tasty, these pinwheels are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 bag frozen chopped spinach (10 oz), thawed and thoroughly squeezed to remove all water
- 1 block cream cheese (8 oz), softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Pastry and Topping
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed but still cold
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Add the fully squeezed thawed spinach and mix everything thoroughly until an even filling forms.
- Roll out the puff pastry: Lightly flour your countertop and roll out the puff pastry sheet. Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving one long edge free to help with sealing when rolling.
- Form the pinwheel log: Carefully roll the pastry up tightly from the edge with the filling toward the free edge, forming a jelly-roll style log. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat the oven: While the log chills, preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Slice and prepare for baking: Remove the chilled log from the fridge, slice into approximately half-inch thick rounds, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Egg wash and bake: Beat the egg with a splash of water and brush the tops of the pinwheels with the egg wash. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the pinwheels are puffed and golden brown.
Notes
- Ensure to squeeze out as much water as possible from the thawed spinach to prevent soggy pastry.
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or omit it for a milder flavor.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for best taste and texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheated gently in the oven.
- Make sure the puff pastry remains cold while handling to achieve optimal flakiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Spinach dip pinwheels, puff pastry appetizers, spinach cream cheese pinwheels, party snacks, easy appetizers
