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Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels

Irresistible Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels for Every Gathering

Discover a delightful appetizer with fig and goat cheese pinwheels, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 13.2 oz Thawed Puff Pastry Store-bought makes it easy!
For the Filling
  • 0.5 cup Fig Preserves Apricot preserves can be substituted.
  • 4 oz Goat Cheese Brie or cream cheese are good alternatives.
  • 4-5 sprigs Fresh Thyme Rosemary can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Light Brown Sugar Optional, based on taste preference.
  • 1 large Egg For the egg wash.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • sharp knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Puff Pastry by unrolling it on parchment paper and smoothing out creases.
  2. Spread Fig Preserves evenly across the puff pastry, leaving about one inch of space along edges.
  3. Add crumbled Goat Cheese, sprinkle Light Brown Sugar, and Fresh Thyme over the preserves.
  4. Roll the pastry tightly into a log shape and wrap it in parchment paper; freeze for 20 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while the pastry chills.
  6. Slice the rolled pastry into ½ inch thick pinwheels.
  7. Arrange the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden color.
  9. Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Serve warm, optionally garnished with brown sugar and thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pinwheels serve as a delightful appetizer or dessert for holiday gatherings.

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