Cheddar Chorizo Pinwheel Bites
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Cheddar Chorizo Pinwheel Bites
Description
This recipe creates pinwheel bites by rolling sharp cheddar cheese, honey, and spicy chorizo inside puff pastry sheets. The rolls are sliced into even pieces and baked until the pastry puffs and achieves a light golden color. While baking, a garlic mayo dip is prepared by blending mayonnaise, fresh garlic, lemon juice, and seasoning to provide a creamy and tangy contrast. Garnishing with paprika and parsley adds color and a mild smoky flavor. The soft yet crisp pastry encases the spicy, savory filling with a slight sweetness from honey, creating a layered flavor profile in each bite.
These pinwheels are suitable for serving warm as finger foods during gatherings or as a snack. Their size and flavor combination make them easy to share and pair well with the provided garlic dip. The recipe suggests preparing the pinwheels a day ahead and refrigerating them unbaked for convenience and efficient meal planning.
To maintain freshness, cover the prepared pinwheels in the refrigerator if making in advance. Baking from chilled ensures they keep their shape and texture during cooking. The garlic mayo dip can be mixed shortly before serving to keep its flavor vibrant and balance the spicy and savory elements of the pinwheels.
Ingredients
- 1 puff pastry package of
- 1 cup cheddar cheese sharp, grated
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 chorizo sausages about 1 lb. total, spicy, links
- parsley to garnish
- paprika to garnish
Garlic mayo dip:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise real
- 1 garlic small clove
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- sea salt a pinch
- black pepper a pinch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Line an 11x13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Working with one piece at a time, roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it is just larger than the chorizo. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cheese down the center lengthwise and then drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon of the honey. Top with one chorizo sausage and then roll tightly. Seal the seam with a little water then twist the ends shut. Repeat with the other puff pastry.
- Slice each roll into 10 equal slices and place the rounds on the lined baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and lightly browned.
- While the chorizo pinwheels are baking, prepare the garlic mayo dip by mixing all the ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Serve the pinwheels topped with a little sprinkle of paprika and some parsley.
Notes
- Prepare the pinwheels up to one day in advance and store covered in the refrigerator before baking.
- Seal the pastry seams with water to keep the filling secure during baking.
- Serve with garlic mayo dip freshly mixed for optimal flavor contrast.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 20pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 140kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 157mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 36mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 55IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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