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St. Patrick's Day Potluck Idea

Delicious St. Patrick's Day Potluck Idea: Cheese Pinwheels

Delight your guests with these St. Patrick's Day Potluck Idea Cheese Pinwheels, a quick and festive appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 package Crescent Rolls Provides a flaky, buttery base; puff pastry can be a fun alternative!
  • 8 ounces Cheese (Mozzarella or Mascarpone) Offers a creamy texture; feel free to substitute with cream cheese for a tangy twist.
  • a few drops Food Coloring Optional, adds a festive pop of color.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll the crescent rolls onto the prepared baking sheet and separate into individual triangles.
  3. Spread a generous layer of cheese onto each triangle, covering the dough completely but avoiding overfilling.
  4. Add food coloring to the cheese if desired and mix for a lively green hue.
  5. Roll each triangle from the wider end to the tip, forming a tight spiral. Place back on the baking sheet with the point side down.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
  7. Remove from oven and cool for about 5 minutes on a wire rack before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 80mgVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cheese is room temperature for easy spreading. Store baked pinwheels in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze unbaked pinwheels for later use.

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