How to Make Hot Onion Pinwheels - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hot onion pinwheels are a delicious appetizer that are perfect for any party or gathering. These savory treats are made with a flaky puff pastry filled with a flavorful mixture of caramelized onions, cream cheese, and spices. The end result is a warm and gooey pinwheel that will have your guests coming back for more.

These hot onion pinwheels are incredibly easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making them a great option for entertaining. Whether you're hosting a casual game ni...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water (100 to 110 degrees)
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon dry milk powder
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 4 onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 dozen rolls

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Combine 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 tablespoon powdered milk, and 2 cups all purpose flour. Stir in beaten egg and proofed yeast water. Mix and knead for 10 minutes, adding more flour as needed.
  • Transfer dough to a greased bowl and cover with greased plastic wrap. Let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more. Stir in red pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  • Transfer dough to a floured work surface. Pat it into a rectangle; allow dough to rest, covered with greased plastic wrap, for about 10 minutes. Roll dough into a larger rectangle about 1/2-inch thick. Evenly spread onions on dough; roll up from the short end to form a log. With a sharp knife, slice into pinwheels.
  • Place rolls on prepared baking sheet; let rise a second time, about 30 minutes. Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    148 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 240mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 114mg