Spiced Cranberry & Brie Puff Pastry Pinwheels
These elegant pinwheels feature a delightful combination of spiced cranberry sauce and creamy Brie cheese, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect as an appetizer for any occasion.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small bowl
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
Pastry
- 1 sheet (about 14 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Flaky sea salt optional, for sprinkling
Filling
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce store-bought or homemade
- 4 oz Brie cheese, rind removed and finely diced
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ground cloves Pinch of
Garnish
- Fresh rosemary sprigs optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, carefully unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet.
Assemble Pinwheels
- In a small bowl, combine cranberry sauce, diced Brie cheese, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves, mixing well.
- Spread the cranberry and Brie mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border along one long edge.
- Starting from the long edge opposite the border, tightly roll the puff pastry into a log.
- Brush egg wash along the unspread border and gently press to seal the log.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Bake
- Place pinwheels cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between them.
- Brush the tops with remaining egg wash and sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if desired.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown, puffed, and Brie is melted and bubbly.
Serve
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a serving platter.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed before unrolling to prevent tearing. For a crispier crust, ensure a generous egg wash and bake until deeply golden. These pinwheels can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking for convenient party preparation.