Pizza pinwheels
Dive into the delightful world of Pizza Pinwheels! These bite-sized treats pack all the flavors of your favorite pizza in a fun, easy-to-eat format. Perfect for parties, snacks, or even a fun dinner, these pinwheels are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Let’s get rolling!
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese, and additional pizza sauce for dipping
Instructions
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: Approximately 18 pinwheels
- Preheat and Prepare (5 minutes)
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Assemble the Pinwheels (10 minutes)
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a rectangle of about 12×10 inches.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella, mini pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder evenly over the sauce.
- Carefully roll the pastry into a tight log, starting from the long end.
- Slice the log into 1-inch thick rounds.
- Bake the Pinwheels (15 minutes)
- Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with grated Parmesan, if using.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until they are golden brown and puffed up.
- Serve (5 minutes)
- Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with additional pizza sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition
Per pinwheel (approximate):
- Calories: 100
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on the size of the pinwheels and specific brands of ingredients used.
These Pizza Pinwheels are a playful twist on traditional pizza, delivering all the cheesy, saucy goodness in a format that’s perfect for sharing. Enjoy them as a snack, appetizer, or even a light meal!
