Easy Spinach Dip in Bite-Sized Pinwheels Recipe
These Easy Spinach Dip in Bite-Sized Pinwheels are a delightful party appetizer combining creamy spinach dip with flaky, buttery puff pastry. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, they’re quick to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 24 pinwheels 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Spinach Dip Filling
- 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and thoroughly drained
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
For the Pinwheels
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed but kept cold
- 1 large egg, beaten with a splash of water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Squeeze the thawed spinach thoroughly using paper towels to remove all moisture, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture until evenly blended.
- Assemble the pinwheels: Lightly flour your countertop and carefully unroll the puff pastry sheet. Evenly spread the spinach filling over the pastry, leaving one long edge bare to help seal the roll. Starting from the opposite long side, roll the pastry tightly into a log shape.
- Chill and slice: Wrap the rolled log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake to golden perfection: Remove the chilled log from the fridge and slice into half-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife. Place the rounds evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops and sides of each pinwheel with the egg wash to promote browning. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the pinwheels are puffed up and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the spinach is completely dry to avoid soggy pastry bottoms.
- Keep puff pastry cold until assembly for better puffing during baking.
- You can prepare the log a day in advance; simply slice and bake when ready.
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