Easy Cheesy Spinach Pinwheels for Any Occasion
Looking for the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer? These Easy Cheesy Spinach Pinwheels are flaky, golden, and loaded with gooey cheese and savory spinach filling. Made with puff pastry, they’re simple to prepare, elegant to serve, and guaranteed to disappear quickly at any gathering.
Whether it’s a holiday party, game night, or just a fun family snack, these pinwheels are the perfect combination of cheesy goodness and buttery pastry layers. The best part? They’re endlessly customizable—you can swap in different cheeses, herbs, or even add a little spice to suit your taste.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & easy – Ready in under 30 minutes.
- Perfect party snack – Bite-sized and elegant.
- Make-ahead friendly – Can be prepped and frozen.
- Flaky & cheesy – Buttery puff pastry with melty cheese.
- Customizable – Add bacon, feta, or herbs for variety.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven – Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare filling – In a bowl, mix spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Roll pastry – Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle. Spread filling evenly on top.
- Shape pinwheels – Roll the pastry into a log. Slice into ½-inch rounds and place cut side up on baking sheet.
- Bake – Brush tops with beaten egg. Bake 15–18 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Serve warm – Enjoy fresh from the oven with marinara or ranch dip.
Tips & Variations
- Add protein: Sprinkle in diced cooked bacon or ham before rolling.
- Different cheese: Try feta, cheddar, or cream cheese for a twist.
- Spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños.
- Make-ahead: Freeze unbaked pinwheels; bake straight from frozen, adding 3–4 minutes.
Easy Cheesy Spinach Pinwheels
Flaky puff pastry filled with spinach, garlic, and gooey cheese—these pinwheels are the ultimate party appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Roll puff pastry into rectangle, spread filling evenly.
- Roll pastry into log, slice into ½-inch rounds.
- Place on baking sheet, brush with egg wash, bake 15–18 minutes until golden.
- Serve warm with marinara or ranch dip.
Notes
These pinwheels can be frozen before baking for up to 1 month. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
