Spinach Puff Pastry Pinwheels
These spinach puff pastry pinwheels are an easy, flaky, and toddler-friendly snack made with simple ingredients. Perfect for picky eaters, lunchboxes, or quick appetizers.
Equipment
- pizza cutter or knife
- box grater
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- ½-1 cup finely chopped spinach fresh or frozen, thawed and well drained
- ½ cup grated or shredded carrot optional for added veggie
- ½ cup shredded cheese mozzarella, cheddar, or blend
- 2-4 tablespoon Boursin cheese or cream cheese
- pinch of salt optional
- 1-2 tablespoon melted butter
- 1-2 teaspoon minced garlic or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
optional
- 1 egg for egg wash instead of butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Spread cream cheese (if using) evenly over the pastry.
- Sprinkle spinach, shredded carrot (if using), and shredded cheese evenly across the surface.
- Roll the pastry tightly into a log. Slice into ½-1 inch pinwheels and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush tops with melted butter and garlic, or use an egg wash if preferred.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
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