Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Pinwheels

A Light, Crispy & Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer

These Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Pinwheels are flaky, cheesy, savory bites that look impressive yet require almost no effort. Made with ready-made puff pastry and a simple filling, they’re perfect for parties, breakfasts, brunch tables, holiday gatherings, or quick snacks. The combination of warm feta, garlic, and spinach wrapped in golden pastry creates a melt-in-your-mouth treat everyone will love.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Chill Time: 20 minutes

Bake Time: 18–22 minutes

Total Time: ~45 minutes

Ingredients

(Serves 12–16 pinwheels)

For the Filling

1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
(or ½ cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry)

½ cup crumbled feta cheese

¼ cup cream cheese, softened

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

¼ tsp black pepper

¼ tsp salt (optional—feta is salty already)

½ tsp oregano or Italian seasoning

For the Pastry

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed but chilled

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling

In a bowl, combine:

Spinach

Feta

Cream cheese

Garlic

Olive oil

Black pepper

Oregano

Mix until everything is well combined and creamy.

2. Prepare the Puff Pastry

Lay out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.

Roll it gently to smooth and stretch slightly.

Spread the spinach–feta mixture evenly across the entire sheet, leaving a ½-inch border on one long edge.

3. Roll Into a Log

Starting from the opposite long edge, roll the pastry tightly into a log.

Pinch the seam to seal.

Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes
(This makes cutting easier and prevents flattening.)

4. Slice Into Pinwheels

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Remove the chilled log and cut into ½-inch slices (12–16 pieces).

Place spiral-side up on the baking tray.

Brush tops with beaten egg.

5. Bake

Bake for 18–22 minutes or until:

Puff pastry is golden

Spirals are crisp

Cheese is bubbly

Remove and cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with:

Garlic yogurt dip

Marinara sauce

Creamy tzatziki

Olive tapenade

Perfect with tea, brunch, or as a festive appetizer.

Tips for Best Results

Make sure spinach is dry to avoid soggy pastry.

Don’t overfill — it makes rolling harder.

Keep puff pastry cold; warm pastry becomes sticky.

For crispier pinwheels, bake on the top rack.

Double the recipe for batch cooking or parties.

Storage & Reheating

Store

Refrigerator: 3–4 days in an airtight container

Freezer (unbaked): Freeze the log, then slice and bake later

Freezer (baked): Up to 2 months

Reheat

Oven/air fryer: 3–5 minutes at 180°C (350°F)

Avoid microwaving — pastry becomes soft.

Variations

Cheesy Spinach Pinwheels

Add ¼ cup mozzarella or cheddar.

Mediterranean Style

Add olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted bell peppers.

Spicy Version

Add chili flakes or jalapeños.

Protein Boost

Add shredded chicken or cooked minced turkey.

Final Thoughts

Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Pinwheels are one of the easiest yet most delicious appetizers you can make. They’re flaky, flavorful, freezer-friendly, and ready in under an hour — the perfect addition to your website recipe collection!