Description
These Puff Pastry Garlic n’ Herb Pinwheels are flaky, buttery appetizers bursting with savory garlic, fresh herbs, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Perfectly golden and crisp, they’re an easy yet impressive snack or party treat that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry Base
- 1 Package Puff Pastry Dough (2 sheets)
Butter Garlic Herb Mixture
- 1 Stick Salted Butter (add ½ tsp. salt if using unsalted)
- 8 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp. Chopped Fresh Herbs (parsley, chives, basil, and thyme)
- ¼ Tsp. Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
Toppings
- ½ Cup Grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- ½ Cup Breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Herb Butter: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter gently with minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes for at least 10 minutes to infuse the flavors. Remove from heat and stir in the freshly chopped herbs to create a fragrant butter mixture.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry Sheets: Slightly defrost the puff pastry sheets just enough to unfold them without tearing. Lay them flat on a clean surface and generously brush the garlic herb butter all over each sheet.
- Add Cheese and Breadcrumbs: Evenly distribute the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and breadcrumbs across the buttered puff pastry sheets, ensuring an even layer of savory crunch and flavor.
- Roll and Slice: Tightly roll up each puff pastry sheet into a log shape. Using a sharp knife, cut each log into slices approximately ½ to ¾ inch thick. You should yield about 24 pinwheels in total.
- Arrange and Flatten: Place the pinwheel slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Use the palm of your hand to gently flatten each round slightly to promote even baking.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake the pinwheels in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until they puff up and turn a beautiful golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and brush the tops with any remaining garlic herb butter. Sprinkle additional freshly chopped herbs on top for garnish. Serve hot and enjoy these delicious flaky bites!
Notes
- Use salted butter or add ½ tsp salt if using unsalted butter for optimal flavor.
- Mix and match your favorite fresh herbs for different flavor profiles.
- For spicy lovers, increase crushed red pepper flakes slightly.
- Serve these pinwheels warm for the best texture and flavor.
- Pinwheels can be made ahead and reheated in the oven until crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: puff pastry garlic pinwheels, herb pinwheels, garlic appetizers, easy party snacks, baked puff pastry snacks, Parmigiano Reggiano recipes
