Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels are the ultimate (easy) appetizer! They are golden, flaky pastries filled with Pesto and cheese.
This post is all about how to make Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels.
This Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheel appetizer recipe requires only three ingredients: a sheet of puff pastry dough, Mozzarella cheese (or an Italian blend), and Pesto sauce. You can purchase a jar of Pesto at most grocery stores or, better yet, make your own!
Bake these pinwheels for about 20 minutes, and you’ll be serving a fantastic appetizer in no time. They pair deliciously with a cold glass of white wine or champagne. Trust me, your guests will love these flaky, crispy bites!
Check out the steps below for making one of the BEST appetizers! P.S. I Bet ya can’t just eat one.
Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Puff Pastry Sheets (Each box comes with two sheets of dough. Freeze the other sheet if you don’t want to use both.)
- Pesto Sauce (Approximately 1/2 cup of sauce per sheet of dough.)
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or an Italian Blend of Shredded Cheese (Approximately 1/2 cup of cheese per sheet.)
Equipment Needed:
- Oven
How To Make Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels, Step-By-Step
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2: Unfold one (defrosted) sheet of puff pastry dough.
Step 3: Smear approximately 1/2 cup of Pesto sauce onto the sheet evenly.
Step 4: Top the Pesto evenly with approximately 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.
Step 5: Carefully roll the sheet of dough into a burrito shape. Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for 10 minutes.
Step 6: Next, with a serrated bread knife, cut 1-inch round pinwheels.
Step 7: Place the pinwheel bites on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in the oven for 20 minutes at 400 degrees F.
*Enjoy Immediately!*
FAQs
Are There Any Recipe Variations For This Pinwheel Recipe?
Yes! You can add slices of Prosciutto on top of the Pesto evenly before adding the shredded cheese.
Can I Prepare This Pastry Appetizer In Advance?
Absolutely! You can prepare the log the night before, wrapping it tightly in plastic and storing it in the refrigerator.
What’s The Best Way To Serve Pesto Pinwheels?
Serve them solo, or add them to a charcuterie board!
Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Equipment
- Measuring Cup
- Serrated Bread Knife
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Oven
Ingredients
Ingredients You'll Need:
- 1 Puff Pastry Sheet
- 1/2 cup Pesto Sauce
- 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese OR an Italian Blend of Shredded Cheese
Instructions
How To Make Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels, Step-By-Step
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Unfold one (defrosted) sheet of puff pastry dough.
- Smear approximately 1/2 cup of Pesto sauce onto the sheet evenly.
- Top the Pesto evenly with approximately 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.
- Carefully roll the sheet of dough into a burrito shape. Cover it with plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
- Next, with a serrated bread knife, cut 1-inch round pinwheels.
- Place the pinwheel bites on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in the oven for 20 minutes at 400 degrees F.
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Final Thoughts On Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels
These Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels are incredibly delicious and easy to make! They’re perfect for a party and a nice side to a charcuterie board.
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