Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Spinach Feta Pinwheels featuring flaky puff pastry filled with a flavorful blend of spinach, feta, mozzarella, and green onions. These savory pinwheels are perfect as appetizers, snacks, or party treats, offering a golden, puffed exterior with a cheesy and veggie-packed center.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry
- 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to prepare it for the filling.
- Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine the thawed and squeezed dry spinach, crumbled feta, grated mozzarella, and chopped green onions. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to your preference and mix well.
- Prepare Pastry: Brush the rolled-out puff pastry with egg wash evenly to help bind the filling and give a golden finish to the pinwheels.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the spinach and cheese mixture over the egg-washed puff pastry, ensuring a uniform layer for rolling.
- Roll and Slice: Roll the pastry tightly from one edge to the other to form a log. Then slice the log into approximately 1-inch thick pinwheels.
- Arrange and Brush: Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with additional egg wash to promote browning during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed up. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly squeeze out excess moisture from the spinach to prevent soggy pastry.
- Use cold puff pastry and handle it minimally to maintain its flakiness.
- Leftover pinwheels can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven to retain crispness.
- For a vegetarian option, this recipe fits perfectly as is.
- You can substitute green onions with chives or finely chopped mild onions.
