Description
These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are a delightful appetizer combining the sweetness of fig preserves with the tangy creaminess of goat cheese, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for parties or a savory snack, they are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection with a hint of fresh thyme and brown sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry and Filling
- 1 sheet puff pastry (13.2 oz), thawed
- ½ cup fig preserves
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 4-5 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a piece of parchment paper. Spread the fig preserves evenly over the surface, leaving about 1 inch border uncoated on the edges.
- Add the Toppings: Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese evenly over the fig preserves. Then scatter the light brown sugar and fresh thyme leaves on top for added sweetness and aroma.
- Roll the Pastry: Carefully roll the pastry into a tight log, ensuring the filling stays inside. Wrap the log with parchment paper to keep its shape.
- Chill the Roll: Place the wrapped log in the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Slice into Pinwheels: Remove the chilled roll from the freezer and unwrap it gently. Using a sharp knife, slice into ½ inch thick pinwheels. Wiping the knife clean between cuts helps keep the slices neat.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Lay the pinwheels evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the large egg in a small bowl and lightly brush the tops of the pinwheels to promote browning and shine.
- Bake: Bake the pinwheels in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and flaky.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle extra brown sugar and thyme on top after baking. Serve warm and enjoy these delectable appetizers!
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to get clean slices; wiping it after each cut prevents sticking.
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed but cold to work with easily and avoid breaking.
- Feel free to substitute fresh thyme with rosemary or omit if unavailable.
- For a dairy-free option, replace goat cheese with a vegan cream cheese alternative.
- Keep the pinwheels spaced apart on the baking sheet to allow even cooking and browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
