Spinach and Feta Pinwheels – Greek Spanakopita Style
Spinach and Feta Pinwheels are flaky pastry spirals filled with savory spinach, feta cheese, and herbs inspired by classic Greek spanakopita.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 pinwheels 1x
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or parsley
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook garlic briefly.
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Add spinach and cook until wilted, then cool slightly.
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Mix spinach with feta, cream cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper.
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Roll puff pastry into a rectangle and spread filling evenly.
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Roll pastry into a log and chill for 15 minutes.
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Slice into rounds and place on a baking sheet.
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Bake at 375°F for 18–22 minutes until golden.
Notes
Chilling the rolled pastry before slicing helps the pinwheels keep their shape.