Easy Cheddar and Chive Pinwheels (Edit recipe)

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These Cheddar and Chive Pinwheels are one of our favorite low-effort, high-reward appetizers. Soft whipped cream cheese, melted cheddar, fresh chives, and cracked black pepper are layered in golden puff pastry for a super simple and easy party snack. These puff pastry pinwheels pair well with both sweet and savory snacks, like our Dessert Quesadillas or our Vegan Chickpea Dip, making them a great addition to any appetizer or snack spread.

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PREP TIME

15 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

INGREDIENTS

6

Serves: 24

Ingredients

2 pieces Puff Pastry, (2 full sheets, thawed)
1 cup Cream Cheese, Whipped, room temperature
4 Tbsp Chives, diced (divided)
2.25 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded (divided)
1 tsp Black Peppercorns, Ground Fresh, divided
1 whole Egg, beaten with a splash of water (to make an egg wash); optional

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place one of the puff pastry sheets onto a lightly floured surface. Sprinkle a little flour on top and roll it out slightly.
Spread 1/2 cup cream cheese onto the surface of the puff pastry, covering it in a light, thin layer.
Sprinkle 2 tbsp chives on top of the cream cheese, then cover with about 1 ¼ cup shredded cheddar. Crack a generous amount of black pepper on top of the cheddar (about 1/2 tsp).
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut strips of the puff pastry, cutting parallel to the shorter edge.
Roll up each strip into a coil or pinwheel shape, pinching the ends of the puff pastry together. Place the rolls, flat-sides-down, onto the parchment.
Optionally brush the rolls with egg wash (1 egg beaten with a splash of water), the bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown, puffed, and cooked through. Top with flaky salt (like Maldon), if desired.
Repeat steps with the 2nd sheet of puff pastry.

Notes

Make sure your puff pastry is thawed but still cold.
Use room temperature cream cheese.
Don’t go too heavy on the egg wash, if using.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	121
Fat:	8 g
Carbohydrates:	2 g
Protein:	5 g
Cholesterol:	30 g
Sodium:	183 mg
Fiber:	0 g
Sugars:	0 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.