Easy Cheesy Pesto Pinwheels
These Easy Cheesy Pesto Pinwheels are a quick, delicious snack featuring flaky puff pastry filled with basil pesto and melty cheeses. Perfect for any occasion, they come together in under 15 minutes and bake to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 pinwheels 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ½ cup basil pesto
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out gently to an even rectangle about 12×9 inches.
- Spread about ½ cup of basil pesto evenly over the pastry, leaving a ½ inch margin around the edges.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella and ½ cup grated Parmesan evenly over the pesto. Add garlic powder, salt, and black pepper if desired.
- Roll the pastry tightly from the long edge into a log and pinch the seam to seal.
- Slice the log into ¾-inch thick rounds, aiming for 12-15 pinwheels. Chill the log for 10 minutes if dough feels sticky.
- Place pinwheels cut side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart. Brush each with beaten egg.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden and cheese is bubbly. Watch closely after 10 minutes to avoid burning.
- Let pinwheels rest for 5 minutes on the tray before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use dairy-free cheese and vegan puff pastry for a plant-based version. Chill the rolled log before slicing to maintain shape. Avoid microwaving leftovers to keep pastry crisp. Can be air-fried at 375°F for 8-10 minutes as an alternative cooking method.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 5
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