Ohhh, those are dangerously good—flaky, savory, and gone in minutes 🌀🧀 Here’s a super solid spinach & feta pinwheels recipe that works for parties, brunch, or snacking straight off the tray.
Spinach and Feta Pinwheels
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1½ cups spinach, finely chopped
- fresh (sautéed + squeezed dry) or frozen (thawed & well-drained)
- ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 clove garlic, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Pinch of salt (go easy—feta is salty)
- 1 egg, beaten (egg wash)
Instructions
- Prep filling
Mix spinach, feta, cream cheese, garlic, pepper, and salt until combined. - Assemble
- Roll puff pastry out slightly on a floured surface
- Spread filling evenly, leaving a small border
- Roll tightly into a log (like cinnamon rolls)
- Chill & slice
Chill 15–20 minutes (cleaner slices). Cut into ½-inch rounds. - Bake
- Place on parchment-lined sheet
- Brush with egg wash
- Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 18–22 minutes, until golden
Pro Tips
- 🧻 Squeeze spinach DRY—excess moisture = soggy pinwheels
- 🌿 Add dill or parsley for a Greek-style vibe
- 🧀 Swap in a little mozzarella for extra melt
- 🔥 Sprinkle sesame seeds or everything seasoning on top
Make-Ahead Friendly
- Assemble, slice, and freeze unbaked
- Bake straight from frozen—add 3–5 minutes
Want a phyllo dough version, a Mediterranean upgrade, or a crescent-roll shortcut?
