Description
These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are deliciously flaky and flavorful appetizers made with puff pastry, creamy goat cheese, sweet fig jam, and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for parties or a tasty snack, they bake up golden and can be drizzled with honey for extra sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pinwheels
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the pinwheels.
- Roll out puff pastry: On a floured surface, gently roll out the sheet of puff pastry to smooth any creases and slightly enlarge it for easier spreading.
- Spread fig jam: Evenly spread the 1/4 cup of fig jam over the surface of the pastry, ensuring a uniform layer.
- Add goat cheese: Crumble the 4 ounces of goat cheese evenly over the fig jam layer to distribute flavor in every bite.
- Sprinkle walnuts: Scatter the 1/4 cup chopped walnuts on top of the goat cheese to add crunch and nuttiness.
- Roll the pastry: Starting from one edge, roll the pastry tightly into a log, keeping the filling inside.
- Slice into pinwheels: Cut the rolled pastry into 1/2 inch thick slices using a sharp knife.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Place the slices cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Brush with egg wash: Lightly brush the tops of the pinwheels with the beaten egg to help them brown beautifully during baking.
- Bake until golden: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pinwheels turn golden brown and puffed up.
- Add honey drizzle: Once baked and slightly cooled, optionally drizzle with 1 tablespoon honey for added sweetness before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred.
- For a dairy-free option, use vegan cream cheese instead of goat cheese.
- Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.
- These pinwheels can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
