Fig and Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels, with a perfect blend of sweet fig preserves and tangy goat cheese encased in flaky puff pastry, these pinwheels are a surefire appetizer for any occasion.
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Fig and Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or a large party these irresistible treats are bound to impress.
What I would consider the perfect appetizer, these pinwheels are a 3 ingredient appetizer, available to make ahead, and the perfect balance between sweet and savory.
There’s something magical about puff pastry – its versatility knows no bounds. With its ability to effortlessly create layers of flaky, buttery goodness, puff pastry transforms even the simplest ingredients into culinary masterpieces.
After the popularity of my Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels I felt drawn to make another version. Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels was the answer. This version has a little sweetness of the figs, a little savoriness from the goat cheese, and also so easy to make.
Pro Tip:Freeze/Make Ahead
To make ahead the best thing to do is freeze these after they are fully cooked. Make the pinwheels, once fully cooled transfer to a freezer ziplock bag. Be gentle not to crush them (12 fit best in a gallon bag). If possible use a straw to suck out any extra air in the bag to prevent freezer burn. Transfer to the freezer. Keeps in the freezer about 3 months. To reheat preheat oven to 400º F. Line a baking sheet with the frozen pesto pinwheels and transfer to the oven. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the pinwheels are hot.
Ingredients
- Puff Pastry – Unless you are super talented and have the time you will want to use store-bought puff pastry. You will want to thaw this before you make the recipe. To thaw the puff pastry take out of the box and outer wrapper, let sit at room temperature for 30 to 40 minutes.
- Fig Preserves – Or Fig Jam. We are skipping the fresh figs for this recipe, as delicious as they are the short fig season just makes it easier to use fig preserves. You can use any leftovers for a charcuterie board! (And although I haven’t tried it I think you could try using other kids of fruit jam to switch it up.)
- Goat Cheese – Also known as chèvre. Goat cheese usually comes in a log so you will have to use your fingers to crumble goat cheese. I always find that goat cheese can come in some pretty fun flavors, you can use plain or any flavor you think would taste good. I did try this recipe with honey flavored goat cheese and it was delicious. If you are looking for a substitute you could try using cream cheese instead since the have similar consistency.
For a complete detailed list of the ingredients continue towards the bottom of the page.
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 400º F and lining two sheet pans with parchment paper.
Lay out the thawed sheet of puff pastry sheets on a clean surface.
Spread 1/4 cup of fig preserves evenly on each puff pastry sheet, leaving a small border around the edges.
Crumble and sprinkle half of the goat cheese over the fig preserves on each pastry sheet.
Roll up each pastry sheet into a tight log, starting from one end to the other. Ensure the seam side is facing down.
Place seam-side down the rolled-up pastry logs on a plate and refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.
Once chilled, remove the pastry logs from the refrigerator and place them seam side down on a cutting board.
Using a serrated knife, slice each log into 12 even pinwheels, totaling 24.
Arrange the pinwheels on the prepared sheet pans, leaving some space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the pinwheels are golden brown and puffed up.
tips, tricks and questions
Can I use frozen puff pastry?
You will by the puff pastry frozen at the grocery store and then need to thaw it yourself. This typically takes about 40 minutes at room temperature.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely! These pinwheels can be made ahead and frozen after fully cooked. Once cooled, transfer them to a freezer bag, removing excess air to prevent freezer burn. They can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply bake at 400º F for 10-15 minutes until hot and crispy.
What wine goes with fig and goat cheese?
Typically a chilled white white like Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay pairs with goat cheese
Variations:
- Add a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves or dried thyme for some extra flavor.
- Add a few chopped walnuts or rasins overtop the cheese before rolling up the puff pastry.
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Fig and Goat Cheese Appetizer Pinwheels
Fig and Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels are an easy 3 ingredient appetizer is easy to make and a crowd pleaser! Plus great to freeze and reheat later.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup fig preserves
- 4 ounces goat cheese
Instructions
- Open up the thawed puff pastry sheets. On one puff pastry spread out 1/4 cup of fig preserves to cover most of the puff pastry, leaving a little space at the edge. Overtop the preserves crumble and sprinkle half of the cheese. Repeat with the other puff pastry, fig preserves, and remaining cheese.
- Roll up each puff pastry into a log shape, trying to keep the shape tight. Leave seam side down on a plate, board, or pan. Transfer to the fridge for 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400º F. Place parchment paper on 2 sheet pans.
- On a cutting board seam side down cut each puff pastry log into 12 even pinwheels, 24 total. A serrated knife works best for cutting the pinwheels. Place 12 on each sheet pan, leaving at least an inch space between each one.
- Transfer to the oven, bake 15 minutes until golden brown. Serve immediately or see notes for freezing.
Notes
Frozen puff pastry will take about 40 minutes (depending on the rooms temperature) to thaw.
If you have it available try using honey flavored goat cheese for a fun variation!
If you only have one sheet pan or room for one sheet pan in your oven make then pinwheels in 2 batches.
To make ahead the best thing to do is freeze these after they are fully cooked. Make the pinwheels and once fully cooled transfer to a freezer ziplock bag, being gentle not to crush them (12 fit best in a gallon bag). If possible use a straw to suck out any extra air in the bag to prevent freezer burn. Transfer to the freezer. Keeps in the freezer about 3 months. To reheat preheat oven to 400º F. Line a baking sheet with the frozen pinwheels and transfer to the oven. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the pinwheels are hot.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
3 pinwheelsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 133Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 89mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 0gSugar: 10gProtein: 3g
Nutritional data is automated and might not be 100% accurate, final nutritional information will depend on ingredients used and any changes made.
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