Pesto Pinwheels
Pesto Pinwheels are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that combines flaky pizza dough with vibrant basil pesto, gooey mozzarella, and fresh cherry tomatoes. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these pinwheels are sure to impress with their burst of flavors and stunning presentation. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this irresistible treat that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package pizza dough (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup diced cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
- Spread a generous layer of basil pesto over the rolled-out dough.
- Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and diced cherry tomatoes on top.
- Starting from one end, tightly roll the dough into a log.
- Slice the log into approximately 1-inch thick rounds and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using sun-dried tomato or spinach pesto instead of traditional basil pesto. - Feel free to customize by adding diced bell peppers or olives for extra flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze before baking.