Taco Pinwheels
Taco Pinwheels are fun, flavor-packed bites combining seasoned beef, cheese, and zesty Rotel in flaky puff pastry—perfect for parties and easy snacking!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground beef lean
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic fresh
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 10 ounce can Rotel do not drain
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 1 cup Mexican blend cheese grated or shredded
Instructions
- Start by heating your large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Once the beef is browned, stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, salt, pepper, cumin, onion powder, oregano, and paprika. Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
- Add the can of Rotel (do not drain) to the beef mixture. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a rectangle. This will give you more surface area to work with.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the grated Mexican blend cheese over the top.
- Starting from one end, carefully roll the pastry tightly into a log. Once rolled, use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the log into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the pinwheels on it, spacing them out evenly. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, such as salsa or sour cream. Enjoy your delicious Taco Pinwheels!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Spoon
- Rolling Pin
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Knife or Pizza Cutter
Notes
- These pinwheels freeze well unbaked; bake from frozen adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling to avoid cracking.
- Don’t overfill the pastry to keep pinwheels intact and neat.
- Customize by adding veggies or swapping ground beef for turkey or plant-based options.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven for best texture.