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Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels with Feta & Herbs

Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels with Feta & Herbs Delight

Delightful Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels with Feta & Herbs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer, combining tangy and savory flavors wrapped in flaky pastry.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed before use
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Cranberries Dried or fresh, chopped and sugared if fresh
  • 4 oz Feta Cheese Crumble for easy mixing
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Herbs Parsley, thyme or rosemary, mixed as desired
  • 1 each Egg Beaten for egg wash

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Spatula
  • sharp knife
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Unroll the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface, rolling it into a rectangle approximately 12x16 inches.
  2. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, crumbled feta, and chopped herbs, blending until smooth.
  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry, then sprinkle cranberries on top.
  4. Carefully roll the pastry into a tight log and seal the seam, then slice into ½-inch thick pieces.
  5. Arrange pinwheels on a baking sheet, brushing with beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
  6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy spreading. Chill the log before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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