Best 5 Pesto Pinwheels Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italy with our Pesto Pinwheels, a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the freshness of pesto with the flaky layers of puff pastry. These bite-sized treats are bursting with a symphony of herbs, garlic, and nutty pine nuts, all wrapped in a golden brown crust.

This recipe features three variations to tantalize your taste buds:

1. Classic Pesto Pinwheels: Experience the timeless combination of basil pesto, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic, all rolled into a perfect pinwheel.

2. Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pinwheels: Elevate your pinwheels with the addition of sun-dried tomatoes, adding a touch of tangy sweetness and a vibrant pop of color.

3. Spinach and Feta Pesto Pinwheels: Discover a delightful twist with spinach and feta pesto, where the earthy flavors of spinach blend seamlessly with creamy feta cheese, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

Each variation offers a unique taste adventure, ensuring there's something for every palate. Whether you're hosting a party, preparing a quick snack, or simply craving a flavorful treat, these Pesto Pinwheels are sure to impress.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN PESTO PINWHEELS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Pesto Pinwheels Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: puff pastry, pesto sauce, chicken, shredded parmesan cheese, kosher salt, eggs, fresh parsley

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 sheets puff pastry, thawed if frozen
⅔ cup pesto sauce
8 oz chicken, cooked, shredded
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
kosher salt, to taste
2 eggs, beaten
fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to a 9x12-inch (23x30 cm) rectangles.
  • Spread the pesto sauce over the sheets using a spatula or spoon. Top with the shredded chicken, Parmesan, and salt.
  • Starting from a short end, carefully roll up the puff pastry to form logs.
  • Slice the logs into ½-inch (1 cm) rounds and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing 1 inch (2 cm) apart. Brush with egg wash.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley, then serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 0 grams

PARTY PESTO PINWHEELS



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I took a couple of my favorite recipes and combined them into these delicious hors d'oeuvres. The colorful and impressive snacks come together easily with refrigerated crescent roll dough, prepared pesto sauce and a jar of roasted red peppers. -Kathleen Farrell, Rochester, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 20 pinwheels.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
1/3 cup prepared pesto sauce
1/4 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup pizza sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • Unroll crescent dough into two long rectangles; seal seams and perforations. Spread each with pesto; sprinkle with red peppers and cheese. , Roll each up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. With a sharp knife, cut each roll into 10 slices. Place cut side down 2 in. apart on two ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 400° until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Serve warm with pizza sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PUFF PASTRY PINWHEELS FILLED WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND PESTO



Puff Pastry Pinwheels Filled with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Pesto image

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 18 pinwheels

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8-ounce) jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon good quality balsamic vinegar
Finely ground sea salt, preferably gray salt
Finely ground black pepper
1 (17.3-ounce) box puff pastry (recommended: Pepperidge Farm)
1/3 cup pesto, store bought
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Drain the sun-dried tomatoes in a sieve over a small skillet, letting the oil collect in the skillet. Roughly chop the tomatoes and reserve them in a small bowl. Heat the oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until golden brown, about 30 seconds, stirring occasionally. Add the thyme and let it crackle in the oil for about 10 seconds. Add the balsamic vinegar and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Pour the warm oil over the reserved tomatoes. Stir to combine the ingredients well.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Place 1 sheet of puff pasty on each baking sheet. Cut each sheet of puff pastry into 9 individual squares, each about 3 by 3 inches. For each square, use a paring knife to cut from each corner toward the center, stopping 1-inch from the center. You will have a 1-inch circle in the center of each square, and all of the corners will be cut in half. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of pesto in the center of each square and spread it into a 1-inch circle. For each square, lift one half of a corner and fold it toward the center of the square, gently pushing the point into the pesto. Continuing around the square, fold 3 more corner halves toward the center of the square, and gently press all 4 tips together to form a pinwheel shape. Draining away most of the oil, place about 1 teaspoon of the tomatoes where the tips meet. Brush the dough with the beaten egg. Bake at 350 degrees F until the dough is golden brown, about 20 minutes. Serve warm.

PESTO PUFF PASTRY PINWHEELS



Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels image

A simple and quick puff pastry and pesto pinwheel recipe with pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. These are perfect for just piling on a platter and sharing with friends!

Provided by kyky

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ (17.5 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed
½ cup pesto
½ cup pine nuts
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Dust a flat work surface lightly with flour. Unroll puff pastry sheet and roll out into a rectangle. Spread pesto evenly over puff pastry, smoothing it out with a spoon. Scatter pine nuts evenly over the pesto and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Roll puff pastry up tightly like a jelly roll from the longer side. Brush with milk to glaze.
  • Slice puff pastry roll into 12 to 15 pinwheels about 1/2-inch-thick. Lay pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each one.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pastry is lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Let sit for 1 minute on baking sheet before removing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 158 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

PESTO PINWHEELS



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Treat your guests with these delicious pinwheels made with pastry and basil that are ready in 30 minutes - perfect to serve as appetizers for Christmas.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 package (17 1/4 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 cup pesto
1 egg, slightly beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°. Roll each sheet of puff pastry on very lightly floured surface into rectangle, 14x10 inches.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of the pesto evenly over each rectangle to within 1/2 inch of long sides. Starting at 10-inch side, loosely fold pastry into roll; brush edge of roll with egg, then pinch into roll to seal.
  • Cut each roll into 1/2-inch slices, using sharp knife. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 80 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the basil and nuts by hand.
  • You can use any type of cheese you like for the filling, but mozzarella or cream cheese are good choices.
  • If the dough is too sticky to work with, add a little more flour.
  • Be careful not to overcook the pinwheels, or the dough will become dry.

Conclusion:

Pesto pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be made ahead of time and frozen. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there's a pesto pinwheel for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty treat, give pesto pinwheels a try.

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