Description
Delightful fig and goat cheese pinwheels blend Mediterranean flavors into an elegant appetizer that dances with sweet and tangy notes. Guests will devour these sophisticated spirals, craving each delicate, creamy bite of pure culinary magic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 8 ounces (226 grams) goat cheese, softened
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (150 grams) dried figs, chopped
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (optional)
Seasoning:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy filling by blending softened goat cheese and cream cheese until completely smooth and uniform in texture.
- Fold in finely chopped figs, drizzle honey, and incorporate fresh herbs for enhanced flavor complexity. Season subtly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Place a soft tortilla on a clean work surface, ensuring the entire surface is evenly covered with the prepared fig and cheese mixture, leaving a small margin around the edges.
- Carefully roll the tortilla from one end, applying gentle, consistent pressure to create a compact cylinder. Gently press the edges to seal and prevent filling from escaping.
- Individually wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic film, securing the ends to maintain shape and moisture.
- Refrigerate the wrapped rolls for approximately 30-45 minutes, allowing the filling to set and flavors to meld together.
- Remove from refrigerator and slice each roll into neat, bite-sized pinwheels approximately 1-inch thick, revealing the beautiful spiral pattern of figs and cheese.
- Arrange on a serving platter and present immediately, or store chilled until ready to serve.
Notes
- Experiment with different types of goat cheese to find your favorite flavor profile and creamy texture.
- Try using whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas for a healthier or dietary-specific alternative.
- Enhance the sweetness by adding a sprinkle of chopped nuts like pistachios or almonds for extra crunch and depth.
- Prepare the pinwheels ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, making them perfect for meal prep or unexpected guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg