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Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels: A Festive Delight to Impress

Easy and delightful festive cranberry cream cheese pinwheels that are a stunning addition to any holiday spread.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 16 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract no substitute recommended
  • 1 cup dried cranberries can substitute with fresh cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons chives finely chopped, can be replaced with green onions
For the Pastry
  • 1 package puff pastry thawed

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife
  • Baking Sheet
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Fold in 1 cup of chopped dried cranberries and 2 tablespoons of finely chopped chives. Set the filling aside.
  2. On a clean, floured surface, roll out your thawed puff pastry into a rectangular shape approximately ¼ inch thick. Lay the pastry flat on parchment paper.
  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry, covering all areas to create a thin layer.
  4. Starting from one edge, roll the pastry tightly into a log and slice into 16 equal rounds, each about 1 inch thick. Place pinwheels cut-side up onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the tops of the pinwheels with an egg wash made from 1 beaten egg and a splash of water. Optionally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes until puffed up and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover pinwheels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results. Unbaked pinwheels can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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