Easy Pepperoni Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Golden, flaky puff pastry spirals filled with savory pepperoni, parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs. These bite-sized appetizers bake up crispy and buttery in just minutes, making them perfect for parties, game day, or quick family snacks. The mustard adds a subtle tang that complements the rich cheese and spiced pepperoni, while the make-ahead convenience allows you to prep them up to two days in advance.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 tablespoon dijon or spicy mustard
- 42 slices pepperoni
- ½ cup grated parmesan or asiago cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Unwrap thawed puff pastry sheet and slice in half
- 2
Spread mustard into a thin layer on each half
- 3
Layer pepperoni in rows, allowing overlap if needed
- 4
Sprinkle with cheese and Italian seasoning
- 5
Roll up tightly from the long side
- 6
Wet the edge with water to seal and wrap in plastic wrap
- 7
Chill at least one hour
- 8
Preheat oven and line cookie sheets with parchment
- 9
Remove rolls from refrigerator and unwrap
- 10
Slice into half-inch pieces and lay flat on baking sheets
- 11
Bake until puffy and golden brown
- 12
Serve hot
Tips
Wet the pastry edge with water before sealing to prevent unrolling during baking
Use a sharp knife to slice cleanly through chilled rolls without crushing the pastry
Chill rolls for at least an hour to make slicing easier and maintain shape
Good to Know
Store baked pinwheels covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in 350F oven for 3-5 minutes to restore crispness.
Unbaked rolls can be wrapped and refrigerated up to 2 days or frozen up to 1 month. Slice and bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes.
Best served warm from the oven when pastry is crispy and cheese is melty
Common Mistakes
Don't skip chilling time or rolls will be difficult to slice cleanly
Avoid overfilling with toppings or pastry won't seal properly
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I freeze these before baking?
Yes, wrap unbaked rolls tightly and freeze up to 1 month. Slice and bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to baking time.
What if my pastry tears while rolling?
Press the tear together gently and continue rolling. The pastry is quite forgiving and small tears won't affect the final result.
How long will baked pinwheels keep?
Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days. Reheat in 350F oven for 3-5 minutes to restore crispness before serving.