Description
Discover how to make these irresistible bite-sized spinach cheese dip pinwheels with flaky puff pastry and a warm, creamy filling. Perfect for any occasion, these appetizers are easy to bake and burst with flavor, ensuring they disappear fast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet (10-ounce) puff pastry, thawed
- 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and very well-drained
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 large egg, for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Thaw puff pastry according to package directions. Thaw spinach and squeeze out all excess water using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, combine the drained spinach, softened cream cheese, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until thoroughly combined.
- Lightly flour a clean surface or use parchment paper. Unfold the puff pastry sheet. Evenly spread the spinach filling over the entire surface, leaving a small 1/2-inch border along one long edge.
- Starting from the long edge opposite the border, tightly roll the pastry into a log.
- Transfer the log to a plate or small baking sheet, seam-side down, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps firm up the pastry for cleaner slicing.
- Once chilled, use a very sharp knife or unflavored dental floss to slice the log into 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick pinwheels.
- Arrange the pinwheels, cut-side up, on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg and water together to create an egg wash. Lightly brush the tops of the pinwheels with the egg wash.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the filling is bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 18 mins