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Game Day Hot Dog Puff Pastry Pinwheels

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These Hot Dog Puff Pastry Pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack featuring flaky puff pastry rolled around savory beef hot dogs and melted cheddar cheese, enhanced with a hint of mustard and topped with golden sesame seeds.

Ingredients

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Pastry and Filling

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 beef hot dogs, cut lengthwise into halves
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard (or Dijon mustard)

For Topping

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
  • Pinch of salt & pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Puff Pastry: Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a clean surface. Evenly spread the mustard over the entire surface of the pastry, making sure to cover it completely for a flavorful base.
  2. Add Cheese and Hot Dogs: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mustard layer. Next, arrange the halved beef hot dogs in a single row along one edge of the pastry sheet, making sure they are close but not overlapping.
  3. Roll the Pastry: Starting from the edge with the hot dogs, carefully roll the puff pastry tightly into a log shape. This ensures the ingredients are well encased and will hold together when sliced.
  4. Slice into Pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled pastry into ½-inch thick rounds. For cleaner cuts, you can freeze the rolled pastry for 10 minutes prior to slicing.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Place the pinwheel slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly to allow for expansion during baking. Brush the tops of each pinwheel with the beaten egg wash to promote browning and sprinkle sesame seeds and a pinch of salt and pepper on top if desired.
  6. Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the prepared pinwheels for 15 to 18 minutes until they are golden brown and crisp on top. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Freezing the rolled pastry for 10 minutes before slicing helps achieve cleaner and neater pinwheels.
  • For a more robust flavor, try using smoked cheddar cheese instead of regular cheddar.
  • These pinwheels pair perfectly with dipping sauces like ketchup, honey mustard, or spicy mayo.

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