Apricot Pinwheels

Apricot Pinwheels Recipe: A Delicious and Easy-to-Make Pastry
Looking for a sweet and fruity pastry that's perfect for breakfast or dessert? Look no further than these delicious Apricot Pinwheels! Made with a flaky pastry dough and filled with a sweet and tangy apricot filling, these pinwheels are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Ingredients (makes 12 pinwheels):

- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup apricot preserves
- 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- Powdered sugar, for dusting

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure your puff pastry is fully thawed before starting the recipe.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the pinwheels into even slices.
- Brush the pinwheels with egg wash before baking to give them a golden brown color.

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 12x10 inches.
3. Spread the apricot preserves over the pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
4. Sprinkle the chopped apricots and pecans over the preserves.
5. Starting at one of the long edges, roll the pastry up tightly into a log.
6. Cut the log into 12 even slices and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash.
8. Brush the egg wash over the pinwheels.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden brown and puffed up.
10. Let the pinwheels cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.
Appearance and Taste:
These Apricot Pinwheels are a beautiful golden brown color with a flaky, buttery pastry and a sweet and tangy apricot filling. The chopped apricots and pecans add a nice texture and crunch to the pinwheels. They are perfect for breakfast or dessert and are sure to be a hit with anyone who tries them!
Type of Dish: Pastry, Dessert
Main Ingredients: Puff pastry, Apricot preserves, Dried apricots