Three-Cheese Crescent Pinwheels with Blue Cheese and Monterey Jack
These savory pinwheels combine the bold flavors of blue cheese, hot pepper Monterey Jack, and cream cheese rolled inside flaky crescent dough. The tangy cheese mixture creates a creamy filling that pairs perfectly with the buttery pastry. Perfect as an appetizer for parties, game day gatherings, or holiday entertaining. Fresh parsley adds a bright finishing touch to these golden, spiral-shaped treats that are ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 oz blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 oz hot pepper Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedregular Monterey Jack1:1mild
less spicy
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 375°F and lightly spray cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray
- 2
Mix blue cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, and mayonnaise in small bowl until well blended and soft
- 3
Separate crescent dough into 2 long rectangles and press perforations to seal
- 4
Spread cheese mixture evenly over rectangles
- 5
Starting at short sides, roll up each rectangle and pinch edges to seal
- 6
Cut each roll into 8 slices and place cut side down on cookie sheet
- 7
Sprinkle with chopped parsley
- 8
Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown
- 9
Remove immediately from cookie sheet and cool 3 minutes before serving
Tips
Press perforations firmly to prevent cheese mixture from leaking during rolling.
Use a sharp knife to cut clean slices without squashing the rolls.
Let cool slightly before serving to prevent burns from hot cheese filling.
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat in 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Prepare and slice rolls up to 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Serve warm as appetizer with crackers or on small plates.
Common Mistakes
Don't overfill with cheese mixture to avoid leaking during baking.
Seal edges completely to prevent unrolling during baking.
Substitutions
less spicy
FAQ
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, assemble and slice the pinwheels up to 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve.
What if I don't have blue cheese?
Substitute with goat cheese, feta, or additional cream cheese for a milder flavor profile.
How long do leftovers keep?
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in 350°F oven for best texture.