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Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels

Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels for Effortless Holiday Glam

These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 13.2 oz Thawed Sheet Puff Pastry Provides the delightful flaky structure
  • 0.5 cup Fig Preserves Adds a rich sweetness
  • 4 oz Goat Cheese Crumble for creamy texture
  • 4-5 sprigs Fresh Thyme Enhances flavor
  • 2 tbsp Light Brown Sugar Contributes extra sweetness
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Parchment Paper
  • baking tray
  • Sharp Knife
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Unroll the sheet of puff pastry on parchment paper and spread fig preserves, leaving a 1-inch border.
  2. Crumble goat cheese over preserves, sprinkle with brown sugar and thyme.
  3. Roll the pastry tightly into a log and wrap in parchment. Chill in the freezer for 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Slice the log into ½-inch thick pinwheels.
  6. Arrange pinwheels on a baking tray and brush tops with egg wash. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Cool slightly, garnish with brown sugar and thyme, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in a sealed container for up to 2 days and reheat before serving.

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