Savory Mushroom and Cream Cheese Pinwheels
These delectable Savory Mushroom and Cream Cheese Pinwheels are the perfect quick-fix appetizer for your next gathering or casual snack. Utilizing convenient pre-made crescent roll dough and a creamy mushroom filling, these bites pack a flavorful punch with minimal effort. Ideal for entertaining on short notice, they come together in less than 30 minutes and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Each pinwheel is burst with savory goodness, making them irresistible to guests and family alike.
20
Servings
28
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cream Cheese
4 ounces (cubed)
Mushroom Stems and Pieces
1 (4 ounce) can (drained)
Onion
1 tablespoon (chopped)
Hot Pepper Sauce
1/8 teaspoon (none)
Crescent Roll Dough
1 (8 ounce) package (unrolled)
Instructions
1
In a food processor or blender, combine the cubed cream cheese, drained mushroom stems and pieces, chopped onion, and hot pepper sauce. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
2
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet by leaving it ungreased.
3
Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 4 rectangles, pressing the perforations together to seal any seams.
4
Spread an even layer of the mushroom mixture over each rectangle of dough.
5
Starting with one of the long sides, carefully roll up each rectangle into a tight jelly-roll shape.
6
Slice each roll into 5 equal pieces, resulting in 20 pinwheels. Place the slices cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden-brown and puffed.
8
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Information
1.8g
Fat
2.2g
Carbs
0.6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Mushroom and Cream Cheese Pinwheels?
They are a quick-fix appetizer made from crescent roll dough and a creamy mushroom filling, perfect for gatherings or snacks.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 20 pinwheels.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
How many calories are in each pinwheel?
Each pinwheel contains approximately 28 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each pinwheel has 1.8g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one pinwheel?
There are 2.2g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in each pinwheel?
Each pinwheel contains 0.6g of protein.
What equipment is needed to make the mushroom filling?
You will need a food processor or a blender to blend the ingredients until smooth.
How much cream cheese is required?
The recipe calls for 4 ounces of cubed cream cheese.
What kind of mushrooms should I use?
Use one 4-ounce can of mushroom stems and pieces, drained.
How much onion is needed for the filling?
You will need 1 tablespoon of chopped onion.
Does this recipe have any spice?
Yes, it includes 1/8 teaspoon of hot pepper sauce for a flavorful punch.
How do I prepare the crescent roll dough?
Unroll the dough and separate it into 4 rectangles, pressing the perforations together to seal the seams.
How do I assemble the pinwheels?
Spread the mushroom mixture on the dough rectangles, roll them up from the long side, and slice into pieces.
How many pieces should each dough roll be sliced into?
Each of the 4 rolls should be sliced into 5 equal pieces.
How long do the pinwheels need to bake?
Bake them for 8 to 10 minutes until golden-brown and puffed.
Should I grease the baking sheet?
No, the instructions specify using an ungreased baking sheet.
How should the pinwheels be placed on the baking sheet?
Place the slices cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Can these be served cold?
They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
How long does it take to make this recipe?
The pinwheels come together in less than 30 minutes.
What is the preparation for the mushroom stems and pieces?
They should be drained before being added to the food processor.
What is the size of the crescent roll dough package?
You need one 8-ounce package of crescent roll dough.
How long should they cool after baking?
Allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Is there any fiber in this recipe?
The provided nutritional data indicates that fiber content is not specified.
What is the sodium content?
Sodium information is not provided for this recipe.
Is sugar included in the ingredients?
There is no added sugar in the ingredients list, and the sugar value is null.
What is the cholesterol count?
Cholesterol information is not available for this recipe.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include appetizer, snack, mushroom, easy recipe, and party food.
How many total ingredients are used?
The recipe uses 5 main ingredients.
What should the texture of the filling be?
The filling should be blended until the mixture is smooth and well combined.