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    Pear Puff Pastry Pinwheel Appetizers

    Published: May 24, 2022 · Modified: Jun 17, 2022 by Jere Cassidy · This post may contain affiliate links. · 31 Comments

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    Pears in Puff Pastry Appetizers are deliciously fruity and savory bite-sized tarts all wrapped up in a flaky golden brown pastry. This easy appetizer recipe needs just seven ingredients and they look so fancy you can call them hors d'oeuvres.

    Pear puff pastry pinwheel appetizers.
    Pear appetizer tartlets

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    Pears are so underrated and for the most part, totally overlooked. Why, I don't know because I love a good fresh, ripe juicy pear. And I like to use fresh pears for baking, They add a sweet, and sometimes spicy flavor to cobblers, pies, and muffins. So next time you are thinking of using an apple in a recipe, switch it out for a pear.

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    Why you will love these appetizer pinwheels

    • These flaky pastries are bite-sized, which I think makes them a perfect appetizer.  I just don’t like fiddling with messy appetizers that fall apart after one bite or having to get the gooey cheese on my cracker while holding a glass of wine.  Do ya know what I mean???
    • All of these ingredients are perfect for a fruit and cheese tray by themselves, but cutting them up and rolling them in puff pastry makes a simple but delicious appetizer.
    • This is one easy recipe that uses frozen puff pastry sheets and a quick trip in the oven for baking.
    • Try these other appetizer recipes made with puff pastry. Bake these sweet Apricot Parmesan Puff Pastry Bites. or these savory Puff Pastry Appetizers with caramelized onions.
    • 🍐Your ingredient list  
    • Puff Pastry - use your favorite frozen pastry.
    • Pear - I used a red d'anjou
    • Asiago Cheese - I use Peppered Asiago
    • Pistachios
    • Dried Cranberries
    • Egg
    • Sea Salt

    For this recipe, you just need one pastry sheet and it does need to be thawed. Many of the boxes of puff pastries contain two sheets. You can keep the other for later, or you can double the recipe and make two rolls.

    If you choose to make both rolls you can of course bake them both, or you can wrap one in wax paper and foil then freeze for later.

    Pears, cranberries, cheese, egg and puff pastry sheets.
    Pear pinwheel ingredients

    👩🏻‍🍳Ready, let's bake

    Step 1. Cut the pear in half and remove the core then slice and cut into small cubes.

    Step 2. On a cutting board chop the pistachios and cranberries into smaller pieces with a chef knife. Remove the leaves from the rosemary and chop.

    Step 4. Unfold the thawed pastry sheets on a floured board and roll the sheet so it is a bit larger and thinner. There is no special size, just don't make it super thin.

    Step 3. Use a grater to shred the cheese unless you prefer to use pre-shredded cheese which will work just as well.

    Puff pastry tips

    • The pastry dough should be thawed enough so it does not crack when unfolding.
    • If the dough is too warm when you are working with it, it will lose its flakiness when baked.
    • Puff pastry should be at room temperature while rolling on a floured surface
    • Make sure the puff pastry is chilled before baking for nice flaky layers.
    Steps for making pear tarts.
    Cutting, chopping, and shredding the ingredients

    Step 5. Spread the pears, cheese, pistachios, and cranberries on the puff pastry sheet. Leave a ½" on one side of the dough empty.

    Step 6. From the longest side start rolling the pastry over the pear filling. Roll as tightly as you can.

    Step 7. Beat the egg in a small bowl, then brush that onto the open end of the pastry sheet to act as glue, then finish rolling the pinwheels. Turn the dough over so the seam side is facing down.

    Step 8. Brush the top of the roll with the remaining egg wash and sprinkle with salt. This is optional but tasty!

    Pears, cranberries and pistachios on puff pastry sheets.
    Add the pear filling and roll up the pastry

    Step 9. Wrap the prepared roll in wax paper and chill for an hour before slicing. At this time you can leave the roll in the fridge for several days. When you are ready to bake, heat the oven to 400 degrees F.

    Step 10. Remove the rolls from the fridge and place them on a cutting board and cut them into ½" slices. Place the rolls on a silicon baking mat. Bake for 17-20 minutes.

    Baking tip - It is best to place these rolls on a silicone baking mat since the pears will caramelize and may stick to parchment paper.

    Cut the roles into half-inch sliced pinwheels

    Step 11. Serve these pinwheels warm. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

    So, so simple. You can even keep the unbaked pastry rolls in the freezer for up to three months.  It's a good appetizer to have on hand.

    Pears with cheese appetizers
    Pears tartlets in puff pastry

    One bite and you will know why these are my favorite appetizers.  The pears and cranberries add some sweetness and the peppered Asiago cheese, rosemary and pistachios add a nice savory component to these pinwheels. 

    These are best served warm and they won't last long, and I promise these pinwheels will impress your guests.

    FAQ's

    How to thaw puff-pastry sheets?

    1. Set the box of puff pastry in the refrigerator and let thaw for 4 hours or overnight. If you just want to thaw one sheet, take that out of the box and wrap it in plastic wrap, and thaw.
    2. Take the puff pastry sheets out of the box and thaw at room temperature for an hour.
    3. To thaw puff pastry quickly wrap the puff pastry sheet in a paper towel and set it on a plate. Microwave the pastry for 15 seconds on high, then flip over and microwave for another 15 seconds.

    Can you freeze these pear tarts?

    Yes, after you make the rolls wrap them in wax paper and foil and freeze for up to three months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator then slice and bake.

    🍐About pears

    I love using fruit that is in season when baking, it's fresh, flavorful, juicy, and ripe. You can definitely buy pears year around but most pears are in season from August through January and there are so many tasty varieties to choose from.

    The Difference between a Bosc and an Anjou Pear

    • The Bosc pear is the one with cinnamon-colored skin and a beautiful pear shape.  This sweet pear has a firm but juicy texture and is the best pear for baking.
    • The Anjou pear has that pretty green skin or the deep red-colored skin. The texture of this pear is soft and juicy, and moderately sweet.
    • Read about when pears are in season in the January Seasonal Fruit Guide.

    Variations

    These pinwheels are so easy to make and you can easily change up the ingredients.

    • You can use pecans instead of pistachios or use them both
    • Apples are a good substitute for the pears
    • Use a different hard cheese like parmesan, or gouda instead of Asiago cheese
    • Add dried cherries instead of dried cranberries
    • Add chives instead of rosemary.

    Try more fast and easy appetizers

    Savory Mini Swiss Cheese Quiches

    Mini Chicken Taco Cups

    Rosemary and Asiago Cheese Popcorn

    Savory Cotswold Cheese Crackers

    Baked Jalapeno Popper Rolls

    Don't forget the ingredients

    To make these pinwheels you need a few basics to get you going

    Puff pastry is the base of these pinwheels and Pepperidge Farms Frozen Puff Pastry is available at most stores. Asiago cheese has a delicious nutty flavor and is perfect for shredding or grating.

    Pepperidge Farm puff pastry sheets.
    Parmesan cheese.

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    Pears Puff Pastry Pinwheel Appetizers

    These mini tartlets of pears, asiago cheese, pistachios and cranberries are rolled in a buttery puff pastry that bakes up to a flaky golden brown pinwheel.  Sweet, savory, crisp and crunchy these pastries are such a great little addition to your appetizer boards.
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    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 17 mins
    Chill time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 37 mins
    Servings 25 pinwheels
    Calories 13kcal
    Author Jere' Cassidy

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    Equipment

    • 1 Rolling Pin
    • 1 Rolling Mat
    • 1 cutting board
    • 1 10 inch Chefs knife

    Ingredients

    • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
    • ⅔ cup pear cut into very small cubes
    • ¼ cup Asiago cheese I use Peppered Asiago Cheese, shredded
    • ⅛ cups pistachios finely chopped
    • ⅛ cup dried cranberries finely chopped
    • ½ teaspoon rosemary optional
    • 1 egg, beaten
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt

    Instructions

    • On a floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry and roll into a larger square, mainly to make the pastry sheet thinner.
    • On a large cutting board, prepare the fillings. Cut the pear in half and remove the core. Slice the pear into thin slices and then cut the slices into stripes and then dice.
    • Using a grater, shred the cheese, or you can use preshredded cheese.
    • In a small bowl beat the egg. Top the dough with the all the filling Leave one long side of the pastry without the filling and brush with the beaten egg.
    • Start rolling the pastry over the ingredients into a tight roll.  Seal the edge with the beaten egg.
    • Heat the oven to 400° F while the pastry is chillig.
    • Wrap the logs in plastic and chill in the refrigerator for an hour. Or at this point, you can freeze these rolls for several months.
      After the pastry is chilled, cut into slices. I cut mine into ½" slices.  Place on a baking sheet lined with a silcon baking mat. Brush the top with the egg wash and sprinkle with salt.
    • Bake the pastries for 17-20 minutes until lightly golden brown.
    • These pastries are best served while warm.
    • Store any leftover pastries in an airtight container.

    Notes

    Trader Joe's carries the peppered Asiago cheese.  
    Most boxes of puff pastry contain two sheets of pastry. This recipe is for one sheet, but you can double the recipe to make two. 
    You can freeze the unbaked log.  Simply wrap in wax paper and then aluminum foil and place in the freezer.  When needed, remove from the freezer, unwrap and let thaw for about 20 in minutes then bake per instructions.
    Make sure to try our easy appetizer canape recipe for Apicot Parmesan Tartlets.  
    And for something sweet using pie dough make these Jelly Roll Pie Tarts. They are amazing and so easy to make.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1pinwheel | Calories: 13kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.4g | Fat: 0.7g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 10mg
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    From learning to cook on a farm in Indiana to culinary school in California, my passion for food is never-ending.  Turning on my oven to bake something for friends and family is my happy place, and I am glad to be here at One Hot Oven sharing both sweet and savory family-friendly recipes for your cooking and baking inspiration.

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    1. Tammy

      June 05, 2022 at 6:49 pm

      5 stars
      I love the sweet and salty combo. This is a delicious appetizer and perfect for any occasion. I cannot wait to make them again!

      Reply
    2. Loreto and Nicoletta Nardelli

      June 05, 2022 at 7:53 am

      5 stars
      We love pears either in sweet and savory recipes, so these were perfect! We enjoyed the easiness and deliciousness of these pinwheel appetizers a lot!

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        June 05, 2022 at 10:50 am

        I love pears too, they are such an underrated fruit.

        Reply
    3. Lauren Michael Harris

      June 05, 2022 at 7:37 am

      5 stars
      You had me at puff pastry! Pears are so under-appreciated and one of my favorite fruits. These pinwheels sound amazing!

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        June 05, 2022 at 10:50 am

        I agree, I go for anything wrapped in puff pastry.

        Reply
    4. Peter

      June 04, 2022 at 12:09 am

      5 stars
      I really enjoyed this appetizer! We made it as part of a wine and cheese platter for something a bit for filling, and it was a hit! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        June 05, 2022 at 10:53 am

        I think these little tarts are perfect on platters, and the pinwheels go with so many wines.

        Reply
    5. Jennifer

      June 02, 2022 at 6:35 pm

      One of my favorite recipes is a combination of pastry, cheese, and cranberries and the flavors are so amazing. This looks like all my favorite flavors and THEN SOME! Can't wait to try; especially for entertaining.

      Reply
    6. Michele

      June 01, 2022 at 8:05 pm

      5 stars
      I never would have thought of pairing pears and asiago cheese but the combination tasted amazing1 The cranberries, pistachios, and rosemary gave it a unique but delicious flavor. I will definitely be making these again for the holidays.

      Reply
    7. Andrea

      June 01, 2022 at 3:55 pm

      I love that the actual prep and cook time is so easy! I'm going to make these ahead for a weekend party I have coming up then pop them into the oven when I need them.

      Reply
    8. Marta

      June 01, 2022 at 6:32 am

      5 stars
      I made these pear puff pastry pinwheels for a graduation party I hosted this past weekend. The added parmesan and pistachio gave them a warm, tart bite which paired beautifully with the sweetness of the pears.

      Reply
    9. Natalie

      June 01, 2022 at 1:33 am

      5 stars
      I am amazed at how simple it was to make these wonderful appetizers. Thought it was gonna take me more time, but it didn't. And the taste... divine, thanks!

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