Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels with Puff Pastry

These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are a perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, wrapped in a buttery puff pastry. Filled with creamy goat cheese, fig preserves, and fresh thyme, these pinwheels are topped with a light sprinkle of brown sugar to create an irresistible golden crust. Ideal as an appetizer or snack, they are both simple to prepare and impressive to serve. Whether for a party or an elegant brunch, these pinwheels will surely be a crowd favorite!

Ingredients:

• 1 thawed sheet puff pastry (13.2 oz) – I use Jus-Rol brand
• 1/2 cup fig preserves
• 4 oz log goat cheese, crumbled
• 4-5 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed
• 2 tbsp light brown sugar
• 1 large egg, for egg wash

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Puff Pastry:
   • On a lightly floured surface, unroll or unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet.
   • Using a rolling pin, gently roll the puff pastry to smooth out any creases and create an even thickness.
3. Spread the Filling:
   • Spread the fig preserves evenly over the puff pastry, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
   • Crumble the goat cheese over the fig preserves.
   • Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves evenly across the pastry.
4. Roll the Pastry:
   • Starting from one end, carefully roll the puff pastry into a tight log, ensuring the filling stays inside.
   • Once rolled, lightly press the seam to seal it.
5. Slice the Pinwheels:
   • Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled pastry into 1/2-inch thick pinwheels.
   • Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1-2 inches apart.
6. Egg Wash and Brown Sugar:
   • In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush it over the tops of each pinwheel for a golden finish.
   • Sprinkle a light layer of brown sugar on top of each pinwheel for added sweetness and caramelization.
7. Bake the Pinwheels:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden brown and puffed.
   • Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
8. Serve:
   • Serve warm, garnished with extra thyme sprigs if desired.
   • These pinwheels are perfect as an appetizer or elegant snack.

Conclusion:

These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, wrapped in flaky puff pastry. The combination of tangy goat cheese, sweet fig preserves, and fragrant thyme creates an elegant and flavorful bite-sized treat. Easy to prepare and bake, these pinwheels make for a perfect appetizer for any occasion, offering a touch of sophistication to your table.

Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels with Puff Pastry

Flaky puff pastry pinwheels filled with creamy goatcheese, sweet fig preserves, and fresh thyme, topped with a light sprinkle ofbrown sugar for a golden, caramelized finish.

• 1 thawed sheet puff pastry (13.2 oz – I use Jus-Rol brand)
• 1/2 cup fig preserves
• 4 oz log goat cheese (crumbled)
• 4-5 sprigs fresh thyme (leaves removed)
• 2 tbsp light brown sugar
• 1 large egg (for egg wash)

Preheat the Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare the Puff Pastry:

1. On a lightly floured surface, unroll or unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet.
2. Using a rolling pin, gently roll the puff pastry to smooth out any creases and create an even thickness.

Spread the Filling:

1. Spread the fig preserves evenly over the puff pastry, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
2. Crumble the goat cheese over the fig preserves.
3. Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves evenly across the pastry.

Roll the Pastry:

1. Starting from one end, carefully roll the puff pastry into a tight log, ensuring the filling stays inside.
2. Once rolled, lightly press the seam to seal it.

Slice the Pinwheels:

1. Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled pastry into 1/2-inch thick pinwheels.
2. Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1-2 inches apart.

Egg Wash and Brown Sugar:

1. In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush it over the tops of each pinwheel for a golden finish.

2. Sprinkle a light layer of brown sugar on top of each pinwheel for added sweetness and caramelization.

Bake the Pinwheels:

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden brown and puffed.
2. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Serve:

1. Serve warm, garnished with extra thyme sprigs if desired.
2. These pinwheels are perfect as an appetizer or elegant snack.

Appetizer

American

Fig and goat cheese pinwheels