Description
Delightful spinach and artichoke puff pastry pinwheels filled with a creamy cheese mixture, seasoned with red pepper flakes, nutmeg, and fresh spinach. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these golden, flaky spirals balance creamy, tangy, and savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Cheese Filling
- 4 oz Softened Cream Cheese
- 8 oz Shredded Swiss Cheese (or any cheese variety of your choice)
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Vegetables
- 1 cup Thawed and drained frozen spinach (from a 10 oz package)
- 6 oz Chopped Artichoke Hearts
Dough
- 1 Sheet Thawed Puff Pastry Dough
Seasonings
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (adjust or omit to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Pinch Nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the puff pastry to a golden and crisp finish.
- Prepare Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded Swiss cheese, thawed and drained spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped artichoke hearts, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Roll Out Dough: Lay the thawed puff pastry sheet on a clean, floured surface and gently roll it out to an even thickness, preparing it for the filling.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the prepared cheese and vegetable mixture across the entire surface of the rolled-out puff pastry sheet.
- Form Log and Slice: Starting at one long edge, carefully roll the pastry into a tight log shape, ensuring the filling stays inside. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12 equal slices to create individual pinwheels.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
- Serve: Allow pinwheels to cool slightly if preferred, then serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious appetizer or snack experience.
Notes
- The pinwheels can be prepared a day in advance: assemble, place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and store refrigerated until ready to bake.
- You can adjust the red pepper flakes to your spice preference or omit for a milder flavor.
- Feel free to substitute Swiss cheese with other cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar according to your taste.
- Make sure to thoroughly drain the spinach to prevent excess moisture that can make the pastry soggy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
