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Broccoli Cheese Pinwheels

Cheesy Broccoli Pinwheels: A Fun Twist on Family Favorites

These Broccoli Cheese Pinwheels are a delicious way to make vegetables appealing for kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 8 pinwheels
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 pack Crescent Roll Dough buttery base providing flaky texture
For the Filling
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese adds rich creaminess
  • 1 cup Chopped Steamed Broccoli use frozen for convenience
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese delivers cheesy goodness and melts well
Additional Flavor Boosters
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder for added flavor
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning herby punch
  • 1 cup Cooked Protein optional, diced ham or turkey

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixer
  • Knife

Method
 

How to Make Broccoli Cheese Pinwheels
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll the crescent roll dough carefully onto the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Evenly spread a generous layer of cream cheese over the entire surface of the dough.
  4. Distribute chopped steamed broccoli over the cream cheese, then sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Roll the dough into a tight log and slice it into 1-inch pinwheels.
  6. Bake the pinwheels for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
  7. Cool for a few minutes and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with ranch or marinara for extra flavor. Perfect as make-ahead snacks for busy weeknights.

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