Olive-Feta Pinwheels with Crescent Rolls and Fresh Herbs
These savory pinwheels combine the tangy richness of feta cheese with briny kalamata olives and fresh herbs, all wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. The cream cheese spread adds moisture and helps bind the filling while creating beautiful swirls when sliced. Perfect as appetizers for parties, game day snacks, or alongside soup and salad. The Mediterranean flavors make them particularly appealing for entertaining, and they're impressive enough for special occasions while remaining simple enough for weeknight preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls (8 oz, 8 count) or Crescent Dough Sheet
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese spread, from 8-oz containergoat cheese1:1creamytangy
use softened goat cheese
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (1 oz)
- ¼ cup kalamata olives, chopped, pitted
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven and spray cookie sheet with cooking spray
- 2
Unroll dough and separate or cut into 2 long rectangles
- 3
Press each rectangle into specified dimensions, sealing perforations if needed
- 4
Spread cream cheese over each rectangle
- 5
Sprinkle evenly with feta cheese, olives and oregano
- 6
Roll up each rectangle starting from short side
- 7
Cut each roll into 8 slices with serrated knife
- 8
Place cut side down on prepared cookie sheet
- 9
Bake until edges are golden brown
- 10
Remove immediately from cookie sheet and serve warm
Tips
Use a serrated knife for clean cuts without squishing the delicate rolls
Press perforations firmly to prevent filling from leaking during baking
Serve immediately while warm for the best texture and flavor
Good to Know
Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 300°F for 5-8 minutes.
Can be assembled and refrigerated up to 4 hours before baking. Add 2-3 minutes to baking time if cold.
Serve warm as appetizers or alongside soup and salad
Common Mistakes
Don't skip pressing perforations to avoid filling leakage
Use serrated knife to avoid squishing the rolls when cutting
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use different olives?
Yes, green olives or sun-dried tomatoes work well. Keep the quantity the same but adjust salt in other ingredients as needed.
How long do these keep?
Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 300°F for best texture rather than microwaving.
Can I freeze these pinwheels?
Yes, freeze baked pinwheels up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and reheat in oven until warmed through.