1. Can I make Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the pinwheels up to the slicing stage and freeze the log. When ready to bake, slice, apply the egg wash, and bake directly from frozen—just add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.

2. What if I can’t find fig preserves at the store?

No problem! You can substitute fig preserves with apricot, pear, or even date jam. These alternatives still deliver a sweet, fruit-forward flavor that complements goat cheese wonderfully.

3. How do I prevent the filling from leaking out while rolling?

Ensure the fig spread doesn’t reach the edges and roll the pastry tightly. Freezing the log before slicing also helps maintain the shape and keep the filling intact during baking.

Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels: A Flaky, Sweet-Savory Delight for Any Occasion

Description

These Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels are an elegant yet simple appetizer made with flaky puff pastry, sweet fig preserves, tangy goat cheese, and fresh thyme. Perfect for holiday gatherings, wine nights, or as a sweet-savory snack that looks gourmet but takes minimal effort.

Ingredients

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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1/2 cup fig preserves
4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
4–5 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tbsp light brown sugar
1 large egg (for egg wash)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the thawed puff pastry and place it on the parchment paper.
Spread fig preserves evenly over the puff pastry, leaving about 1 inch around the edges.
Crumble goat cheese over the fig layer, then sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and fresh thyme.
Roll the pastry tightly into a log, wrap in parchment, and place in the freezer for 20 minutes.
Remove from freezer, unwrap, and slice into 1/2-inch thick pinwheels using a sharp knife.
Arrange pinwheels on the baking sheet and brush each with beaten egg.
Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden and flaky.
Remove from oven, garnish with extra thyme or brown sugar if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

Use a sharp knife and wipe it between slices for clean pinwheels.
Freeze the log before slicing to keep the shape intact.
If fig preserves aren’t available, use apricot or pear jam.
Best served warm, but can be stored up to 2 days and reheated.
Try brie as a goat cheese substitute for a milder flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
Calories: 110
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg