Description
These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are the perfect mix of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors wrapped in buttery puff pastry. With creamy goat cheese, rich fig jam, and a touch of rosemary, these bite-sized appetizers look fancy but take only 30 minutes to make. Perfect for parties, holidays, or an easy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 oz goat cheese (softened)
- 1/3 cup fig jam
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or thyme)
- 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans, 2 slices prosciutto
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smooth out any creases.
- Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the softened goat cheese over the pastry. Top with fig jam and gently spread to cover. Sprinkle with fresh rosemary. Add nuts or prosciutto if using.
- Roll the Pastry: Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the pastry into a log. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to firm up.
- Slice the Pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 1/2-inch slices and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush and Bake: Brush each pinwheel with the egg wash. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a serving plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For best results, chill the rolled pastry before slicing to keep the pinwheels neat. These can be made ahead by freezing the sliced unbaked pinwheels—bake straight from frozen, adding 2–3 minutes to the baking time. Try variations with cranberry sauce, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomato spread for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg