Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels with Feta & Herbs. These easy-to-make appetizers combine the tangy sweetness of cranberries with creamy cheese and savory herbs, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for holiday parties, brunches, or family gatherings, they are sure to impress your guests with their vibrant flavors and elegant presentation. Ready in just 35 minutes, these crowd-pleasers are not only delicious but also versatile enough to suit any occasion.
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 (parsley, thyme, or rosemary), chopped
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry slightly for an even surface.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with crumbled feta and chopped herbs until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border. Scatter chopped cranberries on top.
- Starting from one edge, tightly roll the pastry into a log and slice it into ½-inch pieces.
- Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet and brush each piece with beaten egg.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg