Description
These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are a delightful combination of sweet figs, tangy goat cheese, and flaky puff pastry that create an irresistible appetizer. They are quick to make, visually appealing, and can be served at any gathering or enjoyed as a fancy snack.
Ingredients
1 sheet (approximately 14 ounces) Frozen Puff Pastry, thawed
4 ounces (about 1/2 cup) Soft Goat Cheese (chevre), at room temperature
1/2 cup Fig Jam or Fig Preserves
2 tablespoons Honey
1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves, chopped finely
1 large Egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon of water for egg wash
Optional garnish: Fresh Figs, thinly sliced, and extra Fresh Thyme Leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Unfold thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface and roll into a rectangle (10×12 inches)
- Spread soft goat cheese over the pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border on one long edge. Spread fig jam over the cheese, then sprinkle thyme
- Roll the pastry tightly from the long edge opposite the border, pinch the seam to seal
- Chill the rolled log in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes, then slice into 1/2-inch rounds
- Space pinwheels on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed
- Drizzle with honey and garnish if desired, serve warm or at room temperature
Notes
Ensure puff pastry and goat cheese are of good quality for the best flavor.
Adjust baking time based on your oven's performance.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg