Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels Recipe
Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels combine flaky puff pastry with sweet fig preserves, creamy goat cheese, and fresh thyme for a savory-sweet appetizer that’s perfect for parties and special occasions. These elegant pinwheels are easy to make, versatile, and baked to golden perfection with a crisp, buttery crust and a flavorful filling that balances tangy, sweet, and herbal notes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12-14 pinwheels 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pinwheel Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ½ cup fig preserves (or fig jam)
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 4–5 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: crushed walnuts or pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Your Puff Pastry: Let the sheet of puff pastry thaw completely if frozen. Place it on parchment paper on a clean, flat surface to prepare for layering.
- Spread the Fig Preserves: Evenly spread the fig preserves over the entire pastry sheet, leaving a ½ inch border around the edges free of filling to prevent leakage during baking.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese evenly over the fig layer, followed by a light dusting of brown sugar and fresh thyme leaves scattered on top.
- Roll and Chill: Carefully roll the pastry tightly into a log shape using the parchment paper to help guide it. Wrap the log in parchment again and freeze it for 20 minutes; chilling makes slicing easier and helps maintain shape.
- Slice and Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Using a sharp knife, slice the chilled log into ½-inch thick rounds. Place each round on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced to allow air circulation. Brush the tops generously with beaten egg wash to promote browning.
- Bake: Bake the pinwheels in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crisp.
- Garnish and Serve (optional): After baking, optionally sprinkle with crushed walnuts or pecans and additional fresh thyme for extra texture and flavor. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Keep puff pastry cold but pliable; thaw in the refrigerator and handle quickly to avoid stickiness.
- Freeze the rolled log before slicing for clean, uniform pinwheels.
- Use a very sharp knife and wipe between cuts to prevent sticking and distortion.
- Avoid overfilling to prevent soggy, leaking pastries.
- Brush egg wash thoroughly for a golden, shiny finish and proper sealing.
- Line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats to prevent sticking and improve browning.
- Store pinwheels properly in airtight containers and reheat in the oven at 350°F for best texture.
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