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Delicious spinach dip pinwheels on a serving platter

Spinach Dip in Bite-Sized Pinwheels

Quick, cheesy, and crowd-pleasing Spinach Dip in Bite-Sized Pinwheels, perfect for busy hosts and loved by kids.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 pinwheels
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for a tangier twist
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or a blend of mozzarella and cheddar)
  • 1 package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained (about 1 cup packed)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 sheet puff pastry or 4 large flour tortillas puff pastry for flaky pinwheels, tortillas for faster, lighter bites
  • 1/4 cup chopped artichoke hearts optional for a richer flavor
For Garnish
  • to taste flaky sea salt, chopped fresh parsley, or red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If using frozen spinach, squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean dish towel or several paper towels. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in sour cream (or Greek yogurt), mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Fold in the drained spinach and chopped artichokes if using. The mixture should be spreadable — not runny.
Assembly
  1. For puff pastry: Lightly flour your surface and roll the sheet into a roughly 12x12-inch square.
  2. For tortillas: Lay them flat on a clean surface; you can soften tortillas for a few seconds in the microwave to make rolling easier.
  3. Evenly spread the spinach mixture across the pastry or tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch border at one edge.
  4. Tightly roll up the pastry/tortilla into a log. Wrap in plastic and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 1/2- to 3/4-inch rounds. Place pinwheels cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them.
Baking
  1. For puff pastry, brush the tops with an egg wash (1 beaten egg + 1 tsp water) and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, until golden and puffed.
  2. For tortillas, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly crisped and cheese is bubbly.
  3. Allow pinwheels to cool for a few minutes, garnish with parsley or flaky salt.

Notes

Make the filling and assemble the logs up to 24 hours ahead; slice and bake on the day of your event. Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days and reheat well in a 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes. You can freeze unsliced logs for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge before slicing and baking.