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Caramelized Onion & Thyme Pinwheels

Caramelized Onion & Thyme Pinwheels for Ultimate Flavor Bliss

Delightful Caramelized Onion & Thyme Pinwheels transform simple ingredients into a stunning appetizer, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed
  • 2 large Yellow Onions Sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Chopped
Optional Garnish
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme For garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, combine sliced yellow onions, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Cook over medium-low heat for 35-45 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and jammy.
  2. Cool Filling: Transfer the caramelized onions to a bowl to cool completely.
  3. Prepare Puff Pastry: On a floured surface, unroll the puff pastry and spread the cooled onion mixture evenly, leaving a half-inch border.
  4. Roll and Cut: Sprinkle thyme over the filling, roll the pastry tightly into a log, and slice into ½-inch rounds.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F and arrange pinwheels on a baking sheet. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Serve: Cool for a few minutes, garnish with thyme sprigs, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These pinwheels are freezer-friendly and perfect for any gathering, made with simple yet rich flavors that are sure to impress.

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