Description
These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are a delightful combination of sweet fig jam, tangy goat cheese, and flaky puff pastry, creating a perfect balance of flavors in every bite. They are easy to make and versatile, ideal for any gathering or as a tasty snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Fig and Cheese Filling:
- 1/3 cup fig jam or fig preserves
- 4 oz goat cheese (softened)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Additional:
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- honey for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to smooth the seams.
- Spread fig jam: Spread the fig jam evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border along one long edge.
- Add goat cheese and toppings: Dot or spread the goat cheese evenly on top of the jam, then sprinkle with chopped rosemary and nuts if using.
- Roll and slice: Roll the pastry tightly into a log, slice into rounds, and place them on the baking sheet.
- Brush with egg wash: Brush the tops of the pinwheels with beaten egg.
- Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle with honey and serve: Let cool slightly, then drizzle with honey if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- These pinwheels make a perfect holiday or party appetizer.
- For a savory twist, add prosciutto before rolling.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat briefly in the oven to restore crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
