Best 6 Party Pesto Pinwheels Recipes

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If you are looking for an easy and delicious appetizer that is perfect for any party, then look no further than party pesto pinwheels! This tasty dish is sure to impress your guests and is a great way to use up leftover pesto. The combination of flavors from the pesto, cream cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes is irresistible. Served chilled or at room temperature, party pesto pinwheels are a surefire hit.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PESTO PINWHEELS



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These pesto pinwheels are one of the best easy appetizers! Flaky puff pastry filled with pesto, cheese, and prosciutto. Freezer-friendly and so festive!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Appetizer

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 sheets frozen puff pastry - thawed overnight in the refrigerator
1/2 cup DeLallo Classic Basil Pesto
10 slices DeLallo Prosciutto (divided (1, 5-ounce packet))
1 1/2 cups freshly shredded Mozzarella cheese (divided)
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
Chopped fresh basil - optional for serving

Steps:

  • Unfold the first sheet of puff pastry on a work surface (if the pastry is sticky, lightly dust the work surface first). Roll it into a 10x12-inch rectangle. Spread with 1/4 cup of pesto leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides. Lay 5 prosciutto slices on top, overlapping as needed. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup Mozzarella and 2 tablespoons Parmesan.
  • Starting at the long (12-inch) edge, roll the puff pastry into a log. Press it lightly as you go so that the filling rolls inside the pastry. Trim the ends so that they are even, then tightly wrap the log with the plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or up to 1 day. Repeat with the second sheet of puff pastry, and remaining pesto (if using 2 types of pesto, use the second variety here), prosciutto, and cheeses. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Once the logs have chilled, using a sharp, serrated knife, carefully cut each log into 1/2-inch-wide slices. (If each log is 12 inches, you will get 24 rolls from each roll-if you are worried about the recipe yield, be sure to measure). Arrange the rolls on the baking sheet spiral-side up, spacing each 1 inch apart. Bake until the puff pastry is flaky and golden brown and the cheese is hot and bubbly, about 18 minutes. Immediately sprinkle with chopped basil as desired. Let cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pinwheel, Calories 85 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

PINWHEELS 3 WAYS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 12 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Two 8-ounce blocks cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup jarred pesto
2 burrito-size spinach tortillas
2 burrito-size whole wheat tortillas
2 burrito-size jalapeno-Cheddar tortillas
1 cup spinach leaves, chopped
One 6-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
1/4 cup sliced green olives
1/4 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes
4 slices Swiss cheese
8 large slices pepperoni
8 large slices salami
8 large slices spicy capicola
4 slices pepper jack cheese
1 cup arugula
6 mini sweet peppers, slice thin
1/2 cup chopped hot cherry peppers

Steps:

  • For the base spread and tortillas: Mix together the cream cheese and pesto until well combined. Lay out the spinach, whole wheat and jalapeno-Cheddar tortillas and divide the cream cheese mixture among them. Using a spoon or offset spatula, spread the mixture all the way to the edges of each tortilla.
  • For the veggie pinwheels: Evenly distribute the spinach over the top of the base spread on the spinach tortillas. Arrange the artichokes, green olives and sun-dried tomatoes over the spinach. Roll up the tortillas tightly and individually wrap in plastic. Set aside.
  • For the meaty pinwheels: Shingle the cheese, pepperoni, salami and capicola onto the base spread on the whole wheat tortillas, slightly favoring one side. Roll up the tortillas tightly and individually wrap in plastic. Set aside.
  • For the spicy pinwheels: Divide the pepper jack between the jalapeno-Cheddar tortillas topped with the base spread. Divide the arugula, sliced peppers and chopped cherry peppers between the tortillas. Roll up the tortillas tightly and individually wrap in plastic. Refrigerate the rolled tortillas for at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours.
  • Unwrap and slice each tortilla into 1-inch segments/pinwheels. Arrange on a platter and serve.

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.

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

PESTO TURKEY PINWHEELS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: large flour tortillas, pesto, cherry tomato, turkey, baby spinach, provolone cheese

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large flour tortillas
¼ cup pesto, divided
1 cup cherry tomato, halved, divided
½ lb turkey, sliced, divided
2 oz baby spinach, divided
4 slices provolone cheese, halved

Steps:

  • Warm the tortillas in the microwave in 30-second intervals, until flexible. Transfer to a clean work surface.
  • Spread on half the pesto on each tortilla.
  • Divide the tomatoes, turkey, spinach, and provolone between the tortillas.
  • Wrap the tortillas tightly in plastic wrap and rest for 30 minutes.
  • Stick 6 toothpicks 1-inch (2.5 cm) apart into the wraps along the seam.
  • Slice between the toothpicks and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 0 grams

PESTO PUFF PASTRY PINWHEEL



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With three main ingredients you can make this gorgeous giant puff pastry pinwheel in no time. Pesto and ricotta fill layers of puff pastry that are cut and twisted into a pinwheel which begs to be pulled apart!

Provided by Magda

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 sheets puff pastry
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, or as needed
8 ½ ounces ricotta cheese
8 ½ ounces pesto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and dust lightly with flour.
  • Lay puff pastry on a flat work surface; cut a 12-inch circle from each sheet. Transfer 1 circle to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Spread ricotta evenly over the pastry circle. Top with an even layer of pesto. Lay the second pastry circle on top. Set a small glass upside down in the middle of the circle.
  • Cut the circle, away from the glass, into 4 equal quarters. Cut each quarter in half, then each eighth in half, to make 16 equal strips. Remove glass. Twist strips twice, two at a time, in the opposite direction. Pinch ends together. Repeat with remaining strips to make a pinwheel shape.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pastry is browned, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 19.6 mg, Fat 39.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 431.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the pinwheels will taste. Look for fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts, and use a good quality olive oil.
  • Make the pesto ahead of time: The pesto can be made up to 2 days ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. This makes it easy to assemble the pinwheels when you're ready to serve them.
  • Use a variety of fillings: In addition to the classic pesto filling, you can also use other fillings, such as sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, or roasted red peppers.
  • Don't overfill the pinwheels: If you overfill them, they will be difficult to roll up and will fall apart.
  • Bake the pinwheels until they are golden brown: This will help to ensure that they are cooked through and that the cheese is melted.

Conclusion:

Party pesto pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that are perfect for any occasion. With a variety of fillings to choose from, they can be customized to suit any taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give these party pesto pinwheels a try. They're sure to be a hit!

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