Best 9 Cheddar And Spinach Pinwheels Recipes

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Are you longing for a delectable and visually stunning appetizer that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests? Look no further than cheddar and spinach pinwheels! These delightful treats are the perfect blend of flavors and textures, featuring flaky pastry, creamy cheddar cheese, and vibrant spinach. Whether you're hosting a party, potluck, or simply seeking a satisfying snack, these pinwheels will undoubtedly become a favorite. With their ease of preparation and endless customization options, let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate cheddar and spinach pinwheels that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH CHEESE PINWHEELS



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Crescent roll dough hurries along these pretty pinwheels from Diane Robbins of McCleary, Washington. You can prepare a plate of them in about half an hour, then serve them as appetizers or to round out a meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
1/3 cup garlic-herb spreadable cheese
4 slices thinly sliced deli ham
1/2 cup packed fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • Separate crescent dough into four rectangles; seal perforations. Spread cheese over each rectangle to within 1/4 in. of edges; top with ham and spinach. , Roll up each jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seams to seal. Cut each into six slices., Place the slices cut side down on a greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

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SPINACH CHEDDAR HOLIDAY ROLLS



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We layer spinach, sharp Cheddar and scallions on a sheet of refrigerated crescent dough, and stud it with roasted red peppers for a festive pop of color. Rolled into a log, sliced into rounds and baked until golden, these pinwheels resemble holiday wreaths, and will be a welcome addition to your holiday breadbasket without laboring over time-consuming dough.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 8 rolls

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 8-ounce tube refrigerated crescent rolls
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
One 10-ounce box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
4 ounces sharp Cheddar, grated
1/4 cup chopped scallions (about 4)
1/4 cup diced roasted red peppers (about 1 pepper)
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line an 18-by-13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Unroll the crescent dough (do not separate into individual pieces) and pat into an 8-by-12-inch rectangle, gently pressing the seams closed. Brush evenly with the mustard and then then top with the spinach, Cheddar, scallions and peppers, leaving a 1/2-inch border all the way around. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Starting with a short side, roll the dough sheet into a log. Slice into 8 pinwheels and transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Bake until golden, 18 to 20 minutes.

CHEDDAR AND SPINACH PINWHEELS



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Cheesy, creamy spinach, and jalapenos are rolled up in a log of puff pastry and sliced into easy appetizer pinwheels that bake in a snap!

Provided by Lauryn Macdonald

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
½ (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese and jalapenos with a fork in a medium bowl until blended. Add spinach and mix again. Season mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Roll puff pastry out onto your work surface. Spread cream cheese mixture over pastry until evenly distributed. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese evenly on top.
  • Roll puff pastry into a log, pressing seams to seal. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Unwrap and slice log into 1/4-inch rounds. Place rounds onto the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 76.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SPINACH-CHEDDAR PINWHEELS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 pinwheels

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Pat one 8-ounce tube crescent-roll dough into an 8-by-12-inch rectangle, pressing the seams. Brush with dijon mustard; top with 1/2 cup each thawed frozen chopped spinach (squeezed dry) and grated cheddar, and 1/4 cup chopped scallions, leaving a border. Season with salt. Starting with a short side, roll into a log; pinch the edge. Slice into 8 pinwheels. Bake at 350 degrees F on a parchment-lined baking sheet, 16 to 20 minutes.

BACON CHEDDAR PINWHEELS



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In New Franklin, Missouri, Marlene Wyatt bakes up these fast flaky rolls that are perfect any time of the day. "Try them with scrambled eggs at breakfast or with potato soup at lunch," she recommends. "Our family also enjoys them with a little butter as a snack."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 15 rolls.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
3/4 cup milk
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening. Add milk and mix well. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 6-8 times. Roll into a 16-in. x 10-in. rectangle. Sprinkle with bacon and cheese., Roll up from a long side. Cut into 15 slices; place cut side down in greased muffin cups. Bake at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SPINACH PINWHEELS



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Here's a great looking and great tasting appetizer. It's easy, too! You can substitute any flavor of cheese spread for garlic herb.

Provided by BDEGER

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 32m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
1 (7 ounce) package garlic herb cheese spread
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Split crescent dough in half along center perforation. Flatten one rectangle, sealing perforations. Spread with 1/4 of the cheese spread and sprinkle with spinach. Starting with long side, roll dough up, rolling back and forth several times to seal edges. Cut into 3/4 inch slices (about 15 slices per roll). Arrange the slices one inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Continue making the crescent roll ups until all of the ingredients are used.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned. Serve immediately or keep warm on a warming tray.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 116.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SPINACH PINWHEEL APPETIZERS



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These are pretty to look at, but even better to eat! Enjoy!! I can't remember how many pinwheels you get, but I know it makes a lot.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 8 Rolls

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed drained & squeezed dry in paper towels
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 envelope ranch dip mix
1 jar bacon bits (or to taste)
4 green onions, chopped
1 (8 count) package 10-inch flour tortillas

Steps:

  • In medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise.
  • Beat in dip mix.
  • Add green onion, bacon bits and spinach (broken up into small clumps).
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Spread mixture onto tortillas, leaving a 1/2" space around edge.
  • Roll up each tortilla tightly, and wrap each in plastic wrap.
  • Chill for several hours or overnight.
  • To serve, cut off ends and cut into 1/2" slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 53.8, Sodium 942.8, Carbohydrate 44.7, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 14.4

CHEESY SPINACH PINWHEELS



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These pinwheels are cheesy, easy and very versatile! You can use any cheese you want and even substitute the spinach for your favorite chopped veggie (don't leave out the veggie, its good for you!) This blows away any boring dinner roll or biscuit.

Provided by Cookingwithpassion

Categories     Breads

Time 25m

Yield 20 pieces, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can refrigerated pizza dough (or 1/2 recipe of Easy Peesy Pizza Dough recipe 35805)
1 egg
1 teaspoon water
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheese of your choice)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 cups frozen chopped spinach, drained thoroughly
2 tablespoons italian seasoning
1 tablespoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 'F and lightly grease baking sheet or use a silicone mat.
  • Stir egg and water in a small bowl.
  • Roll out pizza dough and brush dough with egg mixture.
  • Top dough with the mozzarella, parmesan cheese and spinach.
  • Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic salt.
  • Roll up like a jelly roll. Cut into 1/2 inch slices and place on baking sheet.
  • Brush with remaining egg mixture.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown and hungry.

CHEESE, MARMITE & SPINACH PINWHEELS



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Make these easy pinwheels with cheddar, Marmite and spinach flavours to serve with soup or as part of a family picnic. Freeze before baking, if you prefer

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Buffet, Lunch, Snack

Time 25m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

320g sheet ready-rolled light puff pastry
1 tbsp Marmite
2-3 large handfuls of spinach
80g cheddar

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/ gas 6. Unroll the pastry with the longer side directly in front of you. Spread the Marmite over the surface. Tear the spinach over the Marmite and scatter with the cheese, making sure it's evenly spread.
  • Tightly roll the pastry away from you (starting from the longer side) to create a long sausage shape, then cut into 12 pieces. Arrange over two baking trays lined with baking parchment, spiral side up, and squash down a little with your hand. Will keep covered and frozen at this stage. Bake for 15-20 mins (or 25 mins if cooking from frozen), until puffed and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.4 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

### Recipe Summary: Cheddar and Spinach Pinwheels - Flavors: Blends the richness of cheddar cheese with the freshness of spinach and the tang of cream cheese. - Textures: Offers a combination of soft, creamy fillings enclosed within crispy, flaky pastry. - Skill Level: Suitable for bakers of all levels, from beginners looking to expand their skills to seasoned bakers looking for a quick and easy treat. ### Key Ingredients and Their Roles: - Refrigerated crescent roll/puff pastry: Serves as the base for the pinwheels, providing a crispy and flaky crust. - Cheddar cheese: Adds a sharp and tangy cheesy element. - Spinach: Contributes a vibrant green color and a slightly earthy, fresh taste. - Garlic powder: Enhances the flavors with a savory, aromatic touch. - Italian seasoning: Impart a vibrant herbal and aromatic profile. - Egg: Acts as a binder, helping to hold the fillings together and creating a golden glaze when brushed on top. ### Step-by-Step Instructions: 1. **Preparing the Filling:** - Combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, spinach, seasonings, and a sprinkle of salt and black or white peppers in a medium bowl. - Stir until well-blended and creamy. 2. **Assembling the Pinwheels:** - On a lightly floured surface, unroll the crescent roll/puff pastry sheet. - Spread the prepared spinach and cheese mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border around the edge. - Starting from the long end, roll the pastry tightly into a log shape. Use a sharp serrated or pizza cutter to cut the log into 12 even pinwheels. 3. **Baking the Pinwheels:** - Preheat the over to 375° Fahrenheit (190° Celsius). - Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper for easy clean-up. - Place the prepared pinwheels on the sheet pan, leaving a little space between them. - Brush the pinwheels with a lightly beaten egg for a shiny, golden crust. 4. **Baking and Serving:** - Bake the pinwheels for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, rotating the pan halfway through to ensure even cooking. - Once baked, remove the pinwheels from the over and let them cool slightly. - Serve them warm or at room temperature, sliced into individual pinwheels. ### Versatile Serving Suggestions: - As an Appetizer: Serve sliced pinwheels as a delightful appetizer at parties, gatherings, or potlucks. - For Breakfast or Brunch: Pair with fresh fruit, yogurt, and a cup of coffee or tea for a satisfying start to the day. - As a Light Lunch: Pack in a lunchbox with a side of fresh veggies or a green leafy side for a quick and easy weekday lunch. - For Picnics or Outdoor Gatherings: Prepare ahead and pack them for picnics, outdoor concerts, or sporting events. They are easy to transport and enjoyable when shared. ### Storing and Freezing Recommendations: - Storing: Keep leftover pinwheels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. - Freezing: For longer storage, freeze baked pinwheels in an airtight container for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw at room temperature for a few hours or re-crisp in a warm over for a few minutes. ### Healthier Variation: - Use low-moisture mozzarella cheese as a part of cheese mixture in place of cheddar to reduce saturated fat content. - For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free crescent roll or puff pastry. - Substitute Greek yogurt mixed with a touch of grated Parmesan cheese for cream cheese to reduce calories and fat. ### Helpful Hints: - For a richer, creamier cheese mixture, use a combination of cream cheese and grated Parmesan or Romano cheese. - Add diced or finely shredded ham, roasted peppers, or crumbled bacon to the cheese mixture for a savory spin. - Garnish the baked pinwheels with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill for an extra touch of color and freshness. - For a pop of color and sweetness, spread a layer of fruit preserves or jam over the pastry before adding the cheese mixture. ### Recipe Variations: - Spinach and Feta Pinwheels: Replace cheddar cheese with feta cheese and add a sprinkle of dill or oregano for a Greek-inspired spin. - Ham and Cheese Pinwheels: Use thinly sliced deli ham and your favorite cheese combination, such as mozzarella and provolone, for a classic savory treat. - Sun-Dried Tomato and Pesto Pinwheels: Add sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, and a touch of red chili flakes for a vibrant and flavorful combination. - Pizza Pinwheels: Top the pastry with pizza or marinara sauced and your favored pizza toppings. - Dessert Pinwheels: For a sweet treat, fill the pastry with preserves, Nutella, or a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter.

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