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Fig and Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Fig and goat cheese puff pastry pinwheels with a sweet fig jam base and golden spiral layers. Roll, chill briefly, then bake until the pastry puffs and browns for a crisp, swirled bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
chilling 15 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 20 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Puff pastry
  • 1 puff pastry, thawed Use a single sheet thawed according to package directions.
Filling
  • 0.5 cup fig jam
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
  • 0.25 cup walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Egg wash and topping
  • 1 large egg, beaten with water Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water for an easy shine.
  • 1 tbsp water Measured as part of the egg wash.
  • 1 tbsp honey Drizzle after baking.

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Prep and assemble
  1. Preheat oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment for easy release and browning.
  2. Roll puff pastry into a 10x12-inch rectangle, then spread fig jam evenly to the edges for consistent sweetness.
  3. Sprinkle goat cheese, walnuts, and thyme over the jam so every slice has a layered swirl.
  4. Roll up tightly from the long side, keeping the log snug so the pinwheels hold their spirals.
Chill, slice, and bake
  1. Chill the rolled pastry 15 minutes for clean slicing and neat pinwheel rounds.
  2. Slice into 20 rounds, arrange them on the baking sheet, and brush with egg wash for a glossy finish.
  3. Bake 16-18 minutes until puffed and golden, watching for a visibly risen swirl and browned edges.
Finish
  1. Drizzle with honey and serve warm for a sweet finish right before eating.

Notes

Pro tip: For the tightest spirals, roll the log firmly from the long side and keep the cut surface facing up on the baking sheet. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days in an airtight container; rewarm in a 350F oven for 5-7 minutes to regain crispness. Freezing: yes—freeze baked pinwheels in a single layer, then reheat from frozen at 350F for 10-12 minutes. Dietary swap: use dairy-free goat cheese-style spread if you need a lactose-free option (texture may vary slightly).