Question 1

Can I make cheddar and chive pinwheels ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can top the puff pastry with cream cheese, cheddar, chives, and pepper and either slice into strips, then roll them up, or roll the whole sheet into a log without slicing. Place either the cut, uncooked pinwheels or the whole log into the fridge for up to 24 hours (then cut the log into rolls).

Question 2

Can I freeze cheddar and chive pinwheels?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can freeze these either before or after baking. To freeze before baking, top the puff pastry with the ingredients, then either slice into strips and roll them up, or roll the whole sheet into a log, then slice it when ready to bake. Bake from frozen; you may need to add an extra couple of minutes to your bake time. To freeze after baking, let the pinwheels cool completely, then freeze in a single layer before transferring them to a freezer safe bag or container.

Question 3

Why did my puff pastry pinwheels unravel?

Accepted Answer

This can happen when you don’t roll the pinwheels tightly enough or don’t pinch the ends together adequately. We also find that if your puff pastry is too warm, it has a higher chance of unraveling, so be sure to use cool puff pastry. Be sure to work quickly when dealing with puff pastry so that it doesn’t warm up too much at room temperature before baking.

Question 4

Do I need to use egg wash?

Accepted Answer

No. Egg wash helps create a golden, shiny finish, but using it is completely optional.

Question 5

Can I make these with a different kind of cheese?

Accepted Answer

Of course! We love the flavor of cheddar, but these would be good with parmesan, Swiss, or another shredded cheese.

Question 6

Can I use dried chives instead of fresh?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but they won’t taste as fresh or bright. You’ll also need a little less volume since dried chives can often taste more concentrated. For dried chives, use about 1/3 the amount called for in the recipe.

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