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Crispy Asparagus Prosciutto Pinwheels

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These crispy asparagus prosciutto pinwheels combine flaky puff pastry, tender asparagus, salty prosciutto, and herbed cream cheese for an easy, elegant appetizer perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 12 thin, tender asparagus spears (about 1 bunch), trimmed
  • 6 thin slices prosciutto (paper-thin preferred)
  • 8 ounces herbed cream cheese, softened (or plain cream cheese mixed with fresh herbs like chives, parsley, and garlic powder)
  • 1 sheet puff pastry (about 8 oz), thawed but cold
  • Olive oil or melted butter for brushing

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus stalks (about 1 inch), rinse and pat dry.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with finely chopped fresh herbs until smooth.
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll the thawed puff pastry sheet into a 12 x 10 inch rectangle, keeping it cold.
  5. Spread the herbed cream cheese evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a ½ inch border around the edges.
  6. Lay the 6 prosciutto slices over the cream cheese, slightly overlapping.
  7. Place the asparagus stalks lengthwise along one edge of the pastry, about 1 inch from the border.
  8. Roll the pastry tightly from the asparagus edge into a log and pinch the seam to seal.
  9. Slice the log into 12 even pinwheels, about 1 inch thick.
  10. Arrange pinwheels cut side up on the baking sheet, spaced 1 inch apart.
  11. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
  12. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and crisp with crunchy prosciutto edges.
  13. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold to prevent tearing. Spread cream cheese evenly but not too thick. Roll tightly but gently to keep layers intact. Brush with oil or butter before baking for a golden finish. Watch oven temperature to avoid greasy pastry. Pinwheels can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking. Freeze unbaked pinwheels on a baking sheet, then store in a freezer bag; bake from frozen adding a few extra minutes.

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Keywords: asparagus, prosciutto, pinwheels, appetizer, puff pastry, herbed cream cheese, easy recipe, brunch, finger food

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