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Crab Rangoon Pinwheels

Crab Rangoon Pinwheels – A Fun and Flavorful Twist

Crab Rangoon Pinwheels are a delicious and easy twist on a classic. Perfect for gatherings, this appetizer features creamy crab and cheese wrapped in flaky pastry.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 24 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Choose pre-rolled and thawed for a quick process.
For the Filling
  • 1.5 cups Imitation Crab Meat Feel free to substitute with real crab.
  • 1 brick Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened.
  • 0.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded.
  • 1 clove Garlic Finely minced.
  • 3 Green Onions Diced.
  • 1 tsp Soy Sauce Gluten-free options work as well.
  • 0.5 tsp Sugar
For Assembly
  • 1 Egg Whisked for egg wash.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • pastry brush
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab Rangoon Pinwheels
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the imitation crab meat, softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, diced green onions, soy sauce, and sugar. Mix until smooth.
  3. Flour your work surface lightly and roll out one sheet of puff pastry to an even thickness.
  4. Spread the crab filling evenly across the rolled-out pastry, leaving a ¼-inch border around the edges.
  5. Starting from one of the long edges, roll the pastry away from you to create a tight log shape and seal the edges.
  6. Chill the log in the fridge for 15 to 30 minutes for cleaner slices.
  7. Remove the log from the refrigerator and cut into ½-inch thick slices.
  8. Brush the tops and sides of each pinwheel with egg wash.
  9. Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Let them cool slightly before serving with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with dipping sauces like Thai Sweet Chili or spicy mayonnaise for added flavor.

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