Description
These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels combine the sweetness of fig jam with the tangy creaminess of goat cheese and the crunch of walnuts, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a tasty snack, they bake to golden perfection in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pinwheel Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the pinwheels to a golden crisp.
- Roll Out Puff Pastry: Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the sheet of puff pastry to smooth any creases and create an even layer for spreading toppings.
- Spread Fig Jam: Evenly spread the 1/4 cup of fig jam over the entire surface of the rolled-out puff pastry, providing a sweet base layer.
- Add Goat Cheese: Crumble the 4 ounces of goat cheese evenly over the fig jam layer to add a rich, tangy flavor.
- Sprinkle Walnuts: Distribute the 1/4 cup chopped walnuts over the goat cheese for added texture and nuttiness.
- Roll the Pastry: Carefully roll the pastry tightly into a log shape to encase all the fillings inside.
- Slice the Log: Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled pastry into 1/2 inch slices, creating individual pinwheels.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart to allow for expansion.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each pinwheel with the beaten egg, which will give them a beautiful golden sheen when baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the pinwheels turn golden brown and puff up.
- Add Honey Drizzle (Optional): Once baked and slightly cooled, drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over the pinwheels for an extra touch of sweetness before serving.
Notes
- For best results, keep the puff pastry chilled until ready to use to help it maintain its flakiness.
- Chop the walnuts coarsely to get the best crunchy texture.
- The honey drizzle is optional but adds a delightful balance to the tangy goat cheese and sweet fig jam.
- Serve warm or at room temperature as an elegant appetizer or snack.
- These pinwheels can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
