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Spinach and Feta Pinwheels [Oven or Air Fryer]

WRITER BYCassie
POSTEDMay 26, 2020
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Spinach and Feta Pinwheels made from puff pastry and fresh spinach are great for easy snacks or an appetiser for parties.  These vegetarian spinach and feta scrolls are always a hit with kids and adults alike.  These pinwheels can be made in the oven or the air fryer, and they freeze well, so make a big batch and reheat when you're ready.   

spinach & feta pinwheels on a white plate

We are addicted to puff pastry pinwheels in my house.  They are such an easy snack to have on hand and freeze well for later.  

I generally default to making easy pizza pinwheels, but I've recently fallen in love with these Spinach and Feta Pinwheels.  Spinach and feta is such a classic mix (hello Spanakopita) and it's absolutely hard to resist.

These spinach and feta scrolls would be perfect to serve as appetisers to guests and you can make them ahead of time and simply reheat to make things even easier.  

You could certainly go to the effort of making your own puff pastry but I don't.  Frozen puff pastry is a wonderful invention and I keep my freezer stocked at all times to make a quick batch of these or even some apple turnovers. 

Cook your pinwheels in the oven or the air fryer - either works and I've included both instructions below.  

Why you'll love this recipe...

  • Very easy to prepare.
  • Freezes well. 
  • Easy to reheat in the oven or the air fryer - and stays light and crispy!
spinach and feta pinwheels on a wooden serving board.

INGREDIENTS

One thing I love about pinwheels is that you can put them together without the need for an endless list of ingredients.  Here's what you'll need to have on hand to whip them up (full measurements in the printable recipe card below)... 

  • Puff Pastry
  • Olive Oil
  • Garlic
  • Baby Spinach
  • Feta Cheese {preferably Greek}
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Salt + Pepper

Tip - If you're making these pinwheels as an appetiser and want a more elegant look, simply whisk an egg in a bowl and use a pastry brush to lightly brush the outside of each scroll before baking.  This will give them a more golden look. 

INSTRUCTIONS

OVEN INSTRUCTIONS

step by step photos on how to make spinach & feta pinwheels

Preheat the oven to 180C / 350F.

Heat oil in skillet pan on medium heat.  Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.  Add spinach and sauté until wilted.  Remove pan from heat, season spinach with salt and pepper and allow to cool slightly (photo 1 above).    

Lay out puff pastry sheet on a clean and flat surface.  Spread cooked spinach, feta and parmesan cheese evenly across the puff pastry sheet (photo 2 above).

Roll the puff pastry sheet up tightly.  Use a sharp knife to cut into 12 scrolls (photo 3 above).  

Place scrolls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or silicone mat, then place in oven for 15 - 20 minutes or until golden and cooked through completely (photo 4 above).  

AIR FRYER INSTRUCTIONS

Heat oil in skillet pan on medium heat.  Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.  Add spinach and sauté until wilted.  Remove pan from heat, season spinach with salt and pepper and allow to cool slightly.

Lay out puff pastry sheet on a clean and flat surface.  Spread cooked spinach, feta and parmesan cheese evenly across the puff pastry sheet.  Roll the puff pastry sheet up tightly.  Use a sharp knife to cut into 12 scrolls.

Place scrolls in the air fryer basket, then cook on 180C / 350F for 15 minutes or until golden and cooked through. 

spinach and feta pinwheels cooking in the air fryer.
spinach and feta pinwheels on an air fryer tray.

HOW TO STORE PINWHEELS

Once pinwheels are cooled completely, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.  

HOW TO REHEAT PINWHEELS

Set oven to 180C /350F.  Place frozen spinach and feta pinwheels onto a baking tray and bake for 10 minutes, or until warmed completely.  

You can also reheat in the air fryer on 180C / 350F too.

close up on a spinach & feta pinwheel

TIPS FOR MAKING THIS RECIPE

  • If you plan to serve as an appetiser you can brush the outside of the pinwheels with a simple egg wash before baking. This gives the pastry a deep golden colour but doesn't change the taste.
  • You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed a crowd.
  • Once pinwheels are cooled completely, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.  
  • Reheat frozen pinwheels in the oven or the air fryer (180C / 350F) for 10 mins or until warmed through.
spinach & feta pinwheels on a cooling rack

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First published 14th May 2019.  Updated 26th May 2020 with more tips and air fryer instructions.  No change to the recipe. 

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RECIPE

Spinach and Feta Pinwheels

Spinach and Feta Pinwheels

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Spinach and Feta Pinwheels made from puff pastry and fresh spinach are great for easy snacks or an appetiser for parties.  These vegetarian spinach and feta scrolls are always a hit with kids and adults alike.  These pinwheels can be made in the oven or the air fryer, and they freeze well, so make a big batch and reheat when you're ready.   

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servings

12

Scale

Ingredients

OPTIONAL

Instructions

1

OVEN INSTRUCTIONS

2

Preheat the oven to 180C / 350F.    

3

Heat oil in skillet pan on medium heat.  Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.  Add spinach and sauté until wilted.  Remove pan from heat, season spinach with salt and pepper and allow to cool slightly. 

4

Lay out puff pastry sheet on a clean and flat surface.  Spread cooked spinach, feta and parmesan cheese evenly across the puff pastry sheet.

5

Roll the puff pastry sheet up tightly.  Use a sharp knife to cut into 12 scrolls.

6

Place scrolls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or silicone mat, then place in oven for 15 - 20 minutes or until golden and cooked through completely.  

7

AIR FRYER INSTRUCTIONS

8

Heat oil in skillet pan on medium heat.  Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.  Add spinach and sauté until wilted.  Remove pan from heat, season spinach with salt and pepper and allow to cool slightly.

9

Lay out puff pastry sheet on a clean and flat surface.  Spread cooked spinach, feta and parmesan cheese evenly across the puff pastry sheet.  Roll the puff pastry sheet up tightly.  Use a sharp knife to cut into 12 scrolls.

10

Place scrolls in the air fryer basket, then cook on 180C / 350F for 15 minutes or until golden and cooked through. 

Notes
  • If you plan to serve as an appetiser you can brush the outside of the pinwheels with a simple egg wash before baking. This gives the pastry a deep golden colour but doesn't change the taste.
  • You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed a crowd.
  • Once pinwheels are cooled completely, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.  
  • Reheat frozen pinwheels in the oven or the air fryer (180C / 350F) for 10 mins or until warmed through.
  • Nutrition information is from a nutrition calculator and is based on one pinwheel. 

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Nutrition Facts

Servings:12
Serving Size:1

Amount Per Serving:

calories

135kcal

carbohydrates

10g

protein

3g

saturated fat

3g

cholesterol

4mg

sodium

124mg

fiber

1g

sugar

1g

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1 comments & reviews

Cecilia from Georgia

Cecilia from Georgia

July 22, 2020

I wandered over from StoneGable and got caught up in your Pinwheel recipes! Printing and saving on Pinterest! Thanks

Cassie

Cassie

July 23, 2020

Thanks Cecilia! I must admit I just made another pinwheel recipe yesterday - I love them! Hope you enjoy 🙂

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