These artichoke spinach pinwheels are definitely going to make your guests rave for more. Super easy, packed with nutritious ingredients and tasty pinwheels are perfect appetizers for the holiday season.
I never had these pinwheels until recently when I happen to attend a housewarming party for one of my friends. They served a spinach-based pinwheel and I absolutely loved it instantly. It was so delicious that I knew I had to try this at home.
However, I gave these pinwheels a twist of my own by adding a variety of other ingredients that I love. When it comes to making pinwheels you can add whatever ingredients you like. I prefer veggies but you can add your favorite choice of meat too. I found them to be a perfect addition to a party/gathering menu when it comes to choosing what appetizers to serve.
These don’t take much prep time and with a pre-made organic croissant dough such as the one by Immaculate Baking, the process of making these pinwheels cannot be much simpler.
For this recipe, I used one of their pre-made croissant dough. Particularly because they do not add any artificial preservatives and chemicals, which is why I would recommend using them when you do not have time to make the dough at home. You can also use homemade pizza dough instead of croissant dough.
Artichoke Spinach Pinwheels!
This is a super quick and easy recipe. In a medium bowl mix ricotta cheese with finely chopped spinach, red bell pepper, artichoke hearts, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Then roll the dough into a thin rectangular sheet. Evenly spread the prepared spinach mixture. Roll up the dough sheet to form swirls of ricotta cheese and spinach mixture. Slice the roll into roughly ½″ slices to form pinwheels. Bake these pinwheels until well done in a preheated oven.
You can arrange these artichoke spinach pinwheels into a Christmas tree shape before baking. And you would have a perfect pull-apart appetizer for the Christmas party!
Recipe Variations
- Organize these pinwheels in the shape of a rectangle to serve this appetizer for any occasion.
- Meat lovers can add your choice of meat into the fillings and make it protein-rich.
- And pizza lovers can try these pull-apart Christmas tree pizza bites using a similar recipe.
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📖 Recipe
Quick And Easy Artichoke Spinach Pinwheels Christmas Tree
Ingredients
- 8 oz croissant dough or pizza dough homemade or store-bought
- 1 ½ cup spinach finely chopped
- ¼ cup red pepper finely chopped
- 2 medium artichoke hearts finely chopped
- ⅓ cup ricotta cheese
- 1-2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ tsp red chili flakes optional
- 1-2 tablespoon parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl add spinach, red pepper, artichoke hearts, ricotta cheese, minced garlic, salt, chili flakes, and pepper. Mix well to combine
- Roll the dough into about 12″ x 8″ thin rectangular sheet
- Spread the ricotta mixture evenly on the dough sheet.
- Then roll up the sheet to form swirls of the ricotta-spinach mixture.
- Carefully cut the roll into ½″-¾″ slices. Arrange these slices on the lined baking sheet into a Christmas tree shape
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until well done
- Sprinkle some finely grated parmesan cheese and serve warm
Notes
- You can also use homemade pizza dough instead of pre-made croissant dough. However, note the baking time may slightly vary.
This was delicious. I am in charge of doing an appetizer for Christmas dinner and I think this will be perfect. Nothing too messy but it looks delicious. Can check that off my list.
Can this be made ahead of time (rolled and on cookie sheet) and put in the fridge for a few hours and then put it in the oven when you are ready?
I never made them ahead of time. I think you can make the roll, cover it, and put it in the fridge. And just before baking, cut the roll to make pinwheels. I hope this helps.
Do you have an alternative to using ricotta cheese? These look amazing but my husband has an egg allergy. Thanks!
Hi Katrina,
You can use mozzarella cheese instead if he is okay with it. However, as far as I am aware, ricotta cheese does not contain egg.
Can you use canned artichoke hearts in this? If so, 1 can or 2?
Hi Lois,
There must be several artichoke hearts in 1 can. I guess 1/2 a can would be more than sufficient for this recipe.
can you use frozen spinach or is it best to use fresh?
You can also use frozen spinach in this recipe.
I did my own dough as I did not like working with crescent rolls.. I also had some pesto and added to this mixture & it as a huge hit. Not one left..
Can you prep the mix the night before planning on making?
Yes, you can! Just don’t add the salt. Otherwise, the veggies will release moisture and the mixture will turn mushy the next day. You may add salt just before making the pinwheels.
These look awesome! I love ideas for holiday appetizers and desserts: I may have to give these a try this year!
Fantastic looking holiday appetizer! LOVE LOVE LOVE it!