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!
8ouncesrefrigerated crescent dough sheet works best
¼cupchive and onion cream cheese spreador another flavor or plain
1cupcheddar cheeseshredded
6slicesbaconcooked 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 InformationThese 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.