Broccoli Cheese Pinwheels
These easy Broccoli Cheese Pinwheels are a healthy, freezer-friendly, toddler-approved snack or lunch option that’s quick to prep!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 pinwheels
Ingredients
- 1 can of crescent dough or pizza dough
- 1 cup chopped steamed broccoli (frozen works fine)
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 2–3 tablespoons cream cheese (or plain Greek yogurt… optional, but helps bind everything)
- Garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (or follow the package instructions on your dough)
- Steam broccoli if using fresh, or steam according to package instructions if frozen, then drain water from package and press out excess moisture
- Line baking pan with parchment paper (I forgot this step, so save yourself the clean up!)
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle on parchment
- Spread cream cheese evenly (or plain greek yogurt)
- Sprinkle chopped broccoli across the surface
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper
- Top with shredded cheese
- Roll the dough tightly into a log
- Slice into 1-inch rounds
- Place slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and bubbling
- Let cool slightly before serving
Notes
To freeze:
- Let pinwheels cool completely
- Place on a tray to flash-freeze for 30 minutes
- Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F for 8–10 minutes
To reheat:
- Oven or air fryer at 350°F for 8–10 minutes
- Microwave works too, but the texture will be softer
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