Party Night Puff Pastry Pesto Pinwheels
Party Night Puff Pastry Pesto Pinwheels are a delightful treat that combines flaky puff pastry with aromatic pesto, melty cheese, and sweet cherry tomatoes. These pinwheels are perfect for any gathering, offering a burst of flavor in every bite. Easy to make and visually stunning, they’re sure to be the star of your next party!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface. Spread the pesto evenly across the pastry.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the pesto and scatter cherry tomatoes on top.
- Roll the pastry tightly into a log shape and slice it into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
- Place pinwheels cut-side up on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute basil pesto with sun-dried tomato or olive tapenade for a unique flavor twist. Add diced olives or roasted red peppers for extra flavor depth. These pinwheels can be prepared ahead of time; refrigerate unbaked pinwheels until ready to bake.