Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels with Feta & Herbs
Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels with Feta & Herbs are a festive and easy-to-make appetizer, perfect for any gathering. These delightful pinwheels feature a creamy filling of softened cream cheese and crumbled feta, complemented by tart cranberries and fragrant fresh herbs. Wrapped in flaky puff pastry, they not only look stunning on your serving platter but also deliver an explosion of flavors with every bite. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or enjoying a casual brunch, these pinwheels are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup cranberries, dried or fresh, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped (parsley, thyme, or rosemary)
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Unroll the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface; roll slightly to even the surface.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with crumbled feta and chopped herbs until smooth.
- Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the pastry while leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle chopped cranberries on top.
- Roll It Up: Tightly roll the pastry into a log starting from one long edge and slice into ½-inch pieces.
- Bake: Place slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg