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pinwheels recipe made with bacon and cheddar stacked on a plate and topped with freshly chopped parsley.
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Cheddar Bacon Pinwheels Recipe

This easy Cheddar Bacon Pinwheels Recipe is the ultimate appetizer with just four ingredients! This delicious pinwheel recipe has the perfect balance of flavors and textures that will have everyone reaching for more. A guaranteed crowd pleaser that is sure to impress!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword cheddar bacon pinwheels, pinwheel appetizers, pinwheels, pinwheels recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 162kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces refrigerated crescent dough sheet works best
  • ¼ cup chive and onion cream cheese spread or another flavor or plain
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled

Optional Garnish

  • chopped green onions or chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Unroll the sheet of crescent dough onto the prepared baking sheet and stretch it slightly without splitting it. (If you bought regular crescent dough, just pinch the seams together.)
    8 ounces refrigerated crescent dough
  • Spread the cream cheese evenly over the dough. Sprinkle shredded cheese and crumbled bacon over the cream cheese.
    ¼ cup chive and onion cream cheese spread, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 6 slices bacon
  • Cut the sheet in half (refer to image in post if necessary) and roll each half, starting from the bottom and rolling tightly. Pinch the dough together just like you would a cinnamon roll.
  • Cut into ½ inch thick spirals and carefully place on the baking sheet, about 1 inch apart.
  • Bake for 8 to 12 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately garnished with fresh chopped parsley or green onions.
    chopped green onions or chopped parsley

Notes

Storage Information
These pinwheels are best served hot out of the oven however if you happen to have any leftovers, transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat, place in a 350°F oven or air fryer for 6 to 8 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 305mg | Potassium: 29mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 143IU | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 0.3mg