Description

Flaky puff pastry pinwheels filled with a creamy blend of cream cheese, feta, cranberries, and fresh herbs — an easy yet elegant appetizer perfect for holidays or entertaining.

Ingredients

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup cranberries (dried or fresh, chopped)

1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or rosemary), chopped

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and roll it out slightly to even the surface.
In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with the crumbled feta and chopped herbs until smooth and well combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle the chopped cranberries over the cheese layer.
Roll the pastry tightly into a log from the long edge, pressing gently to seal.
Slice the log into ½-inch pieces using a sharp knife.
Arrange the slices on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the beaten egg.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the pinwheels are golden brown and puffed.
Let cool slightly before serving so the filling sets and the pastry remains crisp.

Notes

Add finely chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.

Use dried cranberries and drizzle honey for a sweeter variation.

Substitute goat cheese or blue cheese for feta for a different flavor profile.

Add ½ teaspoon orange zest for a cranberry-orange twist.

Chill the pastry log before slicing to help the pinwheels hold their shape.

Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
Calories: 90
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 130mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg