Description
Delicious cranberry pinwheels filled with cream cheese, nuts, and herbs, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 package phyllo dough or pastry dough
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt (optional)
- Melted butter or egg wash for brushing
- Salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine softened cream cheese, cranberries, nuts, and herbs in a bowl. Stir until well blended.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface if using pastry dough, or keep phyllo sheets moistened.
- Spread the filling evenly across the dough, leaving a half-inch border.
- Roll it up tightly from one end.
- Slice the log into 1-inch pieces.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each.
- Brush tops with melted butter or egg wash, then sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
Notes
Serve warm for the best texture. They can be frozen and reheated straight from the freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pinwheels
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas, cranberry, pinwheels, holiday appetizers, festive recipes