How to Make Cheddar and Spinach Pinwheels - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cheddar and spinach pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are hosting a party, attending a potluck, or simply looking for a tasty snack to enjoy at home, these pinwheels are sure to be a hit with everyone.

Flaky pastry dough is filled with a savory mixture of cheddar cheese, spinach, and seasonings, then rolled up and sliced into bite-sized pinwheels. The result is a flavorful and satisfying snack that is great for serving at pa...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
  • ½ (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 20 pinwheels

  • Mix cream cheese and jalapenos with a fork in a medium bowl until blended. Add spinach and mix again. Season mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Roll puff pastry out onto your work surface. Spread cream cheese mixture over pastry until evenly distributed. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese evenly on top.
  • Roll puff pastry into a log, pressing seams to seal. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Unwrap and slice log into 1/4-inch rounds. Place rounds onto the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve warm.
  • Nutrition

    104 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 77mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 46mg