Spinach Dip in Bite-Sized Pinwheels Recipe
Delicious and creamy spinach dip rolled inside flaky puff pastry and baked to golden perfection, creating bite-sized pinwheels perfect for parties and appetizers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 bite-sized pinwheels 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Spinach Dip Filling
- 1 bag frozen chopped spinach (10 oz), thawed and thoroughly squeezed to remove excess water
- 1 block cream cheese (8 oz), softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Puff Pastry and Topping
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed but still cold
- 1 egg, beaten with a splash of water for egg wash
Instructions
- Prepare the spinach filling: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Add the thoroughly squeezed thawed spinach to the mixture and stir everything together until the filling is uniform and smooth.
- Assemble the pinwheels: Lightly flour your countertop. Roll out the cold puff pastry sheet evenly. Spread the spinach filling all over the pastry, leaving one long edge empty to allow proper sealing when rolled.
- Roll and chill: Carefully roll up the pastry lengthwise, like a jelly roll, making sure it’s tight. Wrap the rolled log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the dough. While chilling, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice and bake: Remove the chilled roll from the fridge and slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Arrange the rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash to promote a golden crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes or until the pinwheels puff up and turn golden brown.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much water as possible from the thawed spinach to avoid soggy pinwheels.
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick or omit for a milder flavor.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the rolled dough to ensure clean, even pinwheels.
- Serve warm for best taste and texture.
- These pinwheels can be made ahead and frozen before baking; increase baking time slightly if baking from frozen.
Keywords: spinach dip, pinwheels, puff pastry appetizer, party snacks, spinach cream cheese rolls
