Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels
Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels are the perfect blend of creamy and tangy flavors, making them an irresistible addition to any festive gathering. These delightful bites feature a rich cream cheese filling combined with sweet honey and tart cranberries, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Not only are they visually stunning with their elegant spiral shape, but they are also incredibly easy to make, ensuring you can whip them up in no time for holiday parties, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers. Serve them warm or at room temperature alongside your favorite dips for the ultimate appetizer experience. Get ready to impress your guests with this festive treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- ½ cup dried cranberries or sweetened fresh cranberries
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, honey, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in cranberries and chives.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across it. Tightly roll into a log shape.
- Slice the rolled pastry into approximately 16 even rounds.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place pinwheels cut-side up on the sheet.
- Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with optional Parmesan cheese if desired. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg