Cheddar Bacon Pinwheels

These Cheddar Bacon Pinwheels are a quick, warm, and cheesy snack that is perfect for gatherings, and they're easy to prepare ahead of time.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the pinwheels

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (or crescent roll dough) Use whichever you prefer.
1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar Choose sharp cheddar for best flavor.
6 to 8 slices bacon, cooked and cooled, chopped Cook bacon until crisp and cool before chopping.
2 to 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened This helps the flavors blend and keep the cheese in.
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried chives or green onion, finely sliced
1 pinch black pepper
1 egg beaten for egg wash

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured counter, roll out the puff pastry into an even rectangle. If using crescent dough, pinch the seams closed.
In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, garlic powder, chives, and pepper. Spread it in a thin layer over the dough.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the cream cheese layer, then scatter the chopped bacon on top, leaving a little space from the far edge.
Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. If it feels warm and floppy, refrigerate for 15 minutes.
Slice into approximately 1-inch rounds. Place them cut side down on the prepared baking sheet with some space in between.
Brush lightly with the beaten egg wash.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until puffed and golden with bubbling cheese.
Allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Best served warm. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours or frozen for later use. If they unravel, tuck the loose end under before baking.