Description
Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels with Feta & Herbs are a delightful appetizer that perfectly blends creamy, tangy, and sweet-tart flavors. Wrapped in flaky puff pastry, these vibrant pinwheels are easy to prepare and make an impressive addition to any gathering. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, they offer a unique and festive touch to your holiday parties or casual brunches. The combination of cream cheese, feta, and cranberries creates a delicious balance that is sure to please every palate. Whether served on a platter or as part of a charcuterie board, these pinwheels are a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their appetizer game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup cranberries (dried or fresh)
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or rosemary)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry until slightly even.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, crumbled feta, and chopped herbs until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle chopped cranberries over the cream cheese layer.
- Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the pastry into a log shape and slice into ½-inch pieces.
- Arrange pinwheels on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with beaten egg.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (30g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg