Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Sweet and buttery puff pastry pinwheels are filled with creamy Brie, tart cranberries, crunchy nuts, and a drizzle of honey, then baked to golden, flaky perfection.
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed
- 3 tablespoons butter melted, divided
- 4 ounces Brie cheese rind mostly removed and cheese diced
- ¾ cup dried cranberries finely chopped
- ½ cup finely chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prep. Preheat the oven to 375˚F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Prepare the puff pastry. Unroll the puff pastry on a clean work surface and brush with about a tablespoon of melted butter.
- Add the cheese, walnuts, and cranberries. Add the diced brie, cranberries, and nuts evenly over the pastry. Drizzle the honey over the cheese, cranberries, and nuts.
- Roll it up and place it in the freezer. Starting at the long end, roll the pastry up as tightly as possible. Place it in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Brush with butter. Remove the puff pastry log from the freezer and brush it with the remaining melted butter. Using a sharp knife, cut it into 12 pinwheels.
- Bake. Transfer the pinwheels to the baking sheet and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the pastry is golden brown.
- Serve. Remove the puff pastry pinwheels from the oven and let them rest for a minute. Transfer them to a serving plate, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
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Notes
- To Make Ahead: Prepare through step #6. Place the pinwheels on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and bake pinwheels as directed.
- Rind Preference: Consider removing the brie rind for a smoother texture.
- Tight Roll: Ensure a tight roll for even layers and better shape.
- Sharp Knife: Use a sharp knife for clean, even slices.
- Chill Before Cutting: Refrigerate the roll for 15 to 30 mins for neater slices.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Space out pinwheels on the baking sheet.
- Monitor Baking: Puff pastry can brown quickly, so keep an eye on it.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pinwheel | Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
