Description
These Spinach Feta Pinwheels are a delicious, flaky appetizer featuring a buttery puff pastry filled with a savory blend of spinach, feta, mozzarella, and aromatic seasonings. Perfect for parties, snacks, or a light bite, these pinwheels offer a harmonious mix of creamy cheese and nutritious greens wrapped in a golden, crispy crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Wash
- 1 egg, whisked with 1 tablespoon of water
Cheese and Filling
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 green onion, chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- A few grates of fresh nutmeg
- 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed very dry
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, defrosted (preferably a butter-based brand like Dufour)
Instructions
- Prepare the egg wash: Whisk together the egg and water thoroughly and set aside for later use.
- Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled feta, grated mozzarella, chopped green onion, garlic salt, and freshly grated nutmeg. Set this cheese mixture aside.
- Roll out the puff pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll the defrosted puff pastry to flatten any seams and even out the thickness. Then brush the entire surface evenly with the prepared egg wash.
- Assemble the filling: Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the egg-washed puff pastry, then break apart the defrosted and well-drained spinach and spread it evenly over the cheese layer. Leave about an inch free of toppings on one of the short sides to make rolling easier.
- Roll the pastry: Starting from the short side covered with filling, carefully roll the pastry tightly like a jellyroll, ensuring the seam is sealed.
- Slice the roll: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled pastry into ½ to ¾ inch thick pinwheels, and arrange them spaced slightly apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Chill before baking: Place the baking sheets with pinwheels into the refrigerator or freezer to chill while preheating the oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Bake the pinwheels: Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and bake the pinwheels for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and puffed up.
Notes
- Ensure the spinach is well-squeezed to remove excess moisture to prevent soggy pinwheels.
- Use a high-butter puff pastry brand for the best flaky texture and rich flavor.
- Pinwheels can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator before baking or frozen for longer storage.
- Adjust baking time according to your oven’s performance; golden brown pinwheels indicate readiness.
- For a vegetarian option, confirm that the cheeses used do not contain animal rennet.
