Spinach & Sun Dried Tomato Pinwheels are one of those easy appetizers that look impressive without much effort. Flaky pastry is layered with a creamy, savory filling, then rolled and sliced into perfect spirals with pops of green spinach and rich sun dried tomatoes. They bake up golden and crisp, making them a great option for parties or casual snacking.
What makes these pinwheels worth making is the balance of flavors and how simple they are to prep ahead. The tangy sun dried tomatoes and mild spinach pair perfectly with the creamy base, giving you something that feels a little more elevated than your usual appetizers. They’re easy to serve, easy to reheat, and always a solid choice when you need something reliable.
Helpful Tips
- Drain the spinach well: Excess moisture can make the pastry soggy, so be sure to squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Chill before slicing: Pop the rolled dough in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes to make cleaner cuts.
- Don’t overfill: A thin, even layer helps the pinwheels hold their shape and bake evenly.
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Spinach & Sun Dried Tomato Pinwheels
Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes oil-packed, drained
- 3/4 cups fresh spinach finely chopped (or thawed frozen, well drained)
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Add sun dried tomatoes, spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread a generous, even layer of the filling over the surface, going all the way to the edges.
- Roll the tortilla up tightly into a log. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Slice into 1-inch pinwheels and arrange on a serving platter.
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