Description
Cheesy, savory pinwheels filled with cream cheese, ranch, cheddar, bacon, and green onions, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 package (10 ounces) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional, for brushing)
- Everything bagel seasoning (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions. Mix well until evenly distributed. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Prepare the Dough: Unroll pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. Stretch with a rolling pin into a 12×16 inch rectangle.
- Assemble the Pinwheels: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border on one long edge.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from the opposite long edge. Pinch the seam to seal.
- Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to a few hours).
- Slice and Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove the chilled dough log and slice into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
- Place pinwheels on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Brush with melted butter (optional) and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning (optional).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling.
- Cheese Variations: Try Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a cheese blend.
- Add Veggies: Incorporate finely chopped bell peppers, onions, or spinach.
- Vegetarian Option: Omit the bacon and add sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers.
- Puff Pastry: Use puff pastry for a flakier pinwheel (adjust baking time accordingly).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes