Recipe: Flaky Garlic Bread Pinwheels (2024)

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Sheela Prakash

Sheela PrakashSenior Contributing Food Editor

Sheela is the Senior Contributing Food Editor at Kitchn and the author of Mediterranean Every Day: Simple, Inspired Recipes for Feel-Good Food. She received her master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and is also a Registered Dietitian.

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Recipe: Flaky Garlic Bread Pinwheels (1)

A quick and easy puff pastry appetizer that also happens to be freezer-friendly.

Serves6 to 8Makes20 pinwheels

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Recipe: Flaky Garlic Bread Pinwheels (2)

I am warning you now that you may inhale these innocent-looking roll-ups before your friends even ring the doorbell. I had to pull myself away from the baking sheet and leave the kitchen entirely to escape the buttery, garlicky aroma. These roll-ups wouldn’t make it to their serving platter if I lingered too long.

This is the kind of homemade appetizer that is going to win you accolades. Make them once and friends will begin to ask you for those “flaky, garlicky things” each time they drop by; it’s already happening to me! That’s not necessarily a bad thing because they’re something you can keep stocked in the freezer to bake off at a moment’s notice. They’ll bake in just the amount of time it takes to pop open a bottle of wine and pour everyone a glass, ensuring your happy hour is effortless.

A Make-Ahead Appetizer That Will Have the Crowd Cheering

These roll-ups are really just garlic bread in pinwheel form, and that’s exactly what makes them perfect. Combine softened butter with garlic, fresh parsley, and Parmesan; spread the mixture over a thawed sheet of puff pastry; roll it up; slice it; and bake. The result is a trifecta of butter, garlic, and flaky pastry perfection.

The best part is that once the roll-ups are sliced, they can be frozen before baking. Then they can be baked off straight from the freezer, allowing you to reach for a handful for a party, or just a few if co*cktail hour happens to be a party of one tonight.

Make It a Party! What Wine to Drink

co*cktail snacks are only as good as the drink you’re sipping them with. For these garlic bread roll-ups, I love a cool, crisp glass of Sauvignon Blanc.

3 Great Bottles of Sauvignon Blanc Under $15

Why Sauvignon Blanc Pairs Well

The reason this white wine works so well with the roll-ups is that the acidity in it actually cuts through the richness of all that butter and puff pastry. A sip of Sauv is light and refreshing — it will clean out your mouth after you take a buttery bite, and then make you want to go in for another.

How to Throw a $20 co*cktail Party

There’s nothing better than a fun and festive co*cktail party with your friends — but hosting one definitely doesn’t need to put a big dent in your wallet. This week, we’re showing off six appetizer recipes and the budget-friendly wines that pair best with them to inspire you to throw an “Appy Hour” any night of the week.

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Flaky Garlic Bread Pinwheels

A quick and easy puff pastry appetizer that also happens to be freezer-friendly.

Makes 20 pinwheels

Serves 6 to 8

Nutritional Info

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons

    (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature

  • 4 cloves

    garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon

    finely chopped fresh parsley leaves

  • 1 tablespoon

    grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/4 teaspoon

    kosher salt

  • 1

    large egg

  • 1 tablespoon

    water

  • 1 sheet

    frozen puff pastry (from a 1.25-pound box that contains 2 sheets), thawed but still cold

  • All-purpose flour, for the work surface

Instructions

  1. Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 400°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

  2. Place the butter, garlic, parsley, cheese, and salt in a small bowl and mix to combine; set aside. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg and water; set aside.

  3. Unfold the puff pastry onto a lightly floured work surface. Spread the butter mixture evenly over the dough. Starting at a short side, roll up tightly like a jelly roll. Place the log in the freezer to chill for 10 minutes so that it's easier to slice.

  4. Using a sharp knife, cut the log crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices (about 20 slices). Place cut-side up on the baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Brush the tops with the egg wash.

  5. Bake until golden-brown, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer the pinwheels to cooling racks to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm.

Recipe Notes

Make ahead: Pinwheels can be frozen, unbaked, for up to 3 months and baked off as need. After slicing the log, place the pinwheels on baking sheets, brush the tops with the egg wash, and freeze until solid, about 2 hours. Transfer the frozen pinwheels to an airtight container. To bake, place the frozen pinwheels on parchment paper-lined baking sheets and bake at 400°F until golden-brown, about 17 minutes.

Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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Recipe: Flaky Garlic Bread Pinwheels (2024)

FAQs

How to make pinwheels stick together? ›

A sticky spread: Typically, pinwheels are held together with cream cheese, but anything similar (like hummus or nut butter) can be used. Deli Meat: Pinwheels usually include some kind of deli meat (turkey, chicken, ham, salami, etc.), but that can also be replaced with thinly-sliced veggies.

What is a pinwheel sandwich? ›

Pinwheel sandwiches are sandwiches that have been rolled up and cut into rounds. They are typically made with soft tortilla wraps, flat bread or sandwich bread. Like regular sandwiches, the filling choices are endless.

How do you make pinwheels that don't fall apart? ›

Editor's Tip: Don't skip chilling. Refrigerating the pinwheels for several hours helps the flavors of the filling meld together and slightly hydrates the tortillas, so the pinwheels will hold their tightly spiraled shape even after they're sliced.

How to keep pinwheels from falling apart? ›

Problem: The Pinwheels are Falling Apart

If pinwheels aren't rolled tightly or the filling is too bulky, they may not hold their shape. Solution: Use toothpicks to secure the tortilla after rolling​​. Prevention: Do not overfill the tortillas, and ensure there is enough cream cheese to hold the ingredients together​​.

Can you make pinwheels the night before? ›

Can You Make Pinwheels the Day Before? Yes, you can make pinwheels the day or night before you plan to serve them. If Serving within 1 Day. Store the pinwheels at room temperature, then reheat in the oven.

How do you make folded paper pinwheels? ›

How to make a paper pinwheel:
  1. Fold the paper diagonally in half and cut from the corners towards the center. Then fold four corner points towards the center.
  2. Insert a thumbtack through the center and pin it to the back on a stick or twig.
  3. Glue a pretty button or bead onto the thumbtack.

What should be done in preparing a pinwheel sandwich? ›

Steps:
  1. Flatten bread with a rolling pin. Spread Lady's Choice Real Mayonnaise and place ham and cheese on top of the bread.
  2. Roll up the bread tightly and slice crosswise to make four bites.
  3. Pin with toothpicks to secure.

What is the most efficient pinwheel? ›

It is possible that the four blade pinwheel is the best at producing energy, because its blades have the biggest surface area. Since this number of blades on pinwheels produces the most energy, they may be a very efficient way to make energy using wind turbines.

What are the parts of a pinwheel? ›

A pinwheel is a simple child's toy made of a wheel of paper or plastic curls attached at its axle to a stick by a pin. It is designed to spin when blown upon by a person or by the wind.

How do you make a sandwich stick together? ›

Spread a Barrier

Before piling on the toppings, create a barrier with spreads like mayonnaise, mustard, or pesto. This creates a moisture-resistant layer that prevents the bread from becoming soggy, thereby enhancing the grip on the fillings.

How do you make wraps stick? ›

Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla wrap towards the center, tucking in any of the fillings you have leftover. Roll the wrap, making sure to tuck in any filling that spills out. As you reach the end, spread some sauce over the remainder of the tortilla wrap to help it seal.

Do you freeze pinwheels before or after cooking? ›

Storing - you can eat puff pasty scrolls straight from the oven (SO good!) or let them cool completely and store them in an airtight container. Freezing - pinwheels can be frozen un-baked, or baked.

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