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Crispy Super Bowl Pepperoni Ranch Pinwheel Bites

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These crispy, cheesy pinwheel bites combine melted mozzarella and cheddar with tangy ranch and zesty pepperoni wrapped in flaky puff pastry, perfect for game day snacks or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded mozzarella, cheddar, ranch dressing, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, gently unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet to smooth out any creases, roughly a 12-inch square.
  4. Evenly spread the cheese and ranch mixture over the puff pastry, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
  5. Arrange the pepperoni slices in a single layer over the cheese mixture.
  6. Starting from one edge, carefully roll the pastry into a tight log. Slice into 1/2-inch thick pinwheels, yielding about 12-14 pieces.
  7. Arrange the pinwheels upright on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
  8. Brush each pinwheel with the beaten egg and sprinkle with grated Parmesan if desired.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Monitor after 12 minutes to avoid over-browning.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Notes

Keep puff pastry chilled until ready to use to maintain flakiness. Avoid overfilling to prevent bursting. Use a gentle sawing motion when slicing. Tent with foil if pinwheels brown too quickly. Let cool slightly before serving for best texture.

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Keywords: pinwheel bites, pepperoni snacks, ranch pinwheels, game day snacks, easy appetizers, puff pastry snacks

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