Description
Delightful Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels feature flaky puff pastry filled with sweet fig jam, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts. These easy-to-make appetizers are perfect for parties or a sophisticated snack, baked to golden perfection and optionally drizzled with honey for a touch of extra sweetness.
Ingredients
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Pinwheel Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for crisp, golden pinwheels.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth and slightly thin it out for an even layer of filling.
- Spread Fig Jam: Evenly spread the fig jam over the entire surface of the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges to avoid spillage during rolling.
- Add Goat Cheese: Crumble the goat cheese evenly over the fig jam layer, distributing it to ensure every pinwheel has a creamy bite.
- Sprinkle Walnuts: Scatter the chopped walnuts over the goat cheese for added texture and a nutty flavor contrast.
- Roll the Pastry: Starting from one edge, tightly roll the puff pastry into a log shape, carefully keeping the filling inside.
- Slice Pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, cut the roll into 1/2-inch thick slices to form individual pinwheels.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart to allow for expansion.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pinwheels with the beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden color when baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the pinwheels are puffed and golden brown.
- Drizzle Honey: Remove from the oven and optionally drizzle each pinwheel with honey for an extra touch of sweetness before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the puff pastry contains no animal fats.
- Chopped pecans or almonds can be substituted for walnuts depending on preference.
- Pinwheels are best served warm but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated gently.
- Use a sharp knife to slice pinwheels cleanly without squashing the roll.
- Honey drizzle is optional but adds a lovely sweet finish.
