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Crab Rangoon Pinwheels

Baked Crab Rangoon Pinwheels: Crisp, Creamy, Crowd-Pleasers

Baked Crab Rangoon Pinwheels are a delightful, homemade appetizer that combines the classic flavors of crab rangoon in a fun, crispy format.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Pre-rolled sheets
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash
  • 8 ounces Imitation Crab Meat Canned crab is a substitute when well-drained
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese At room temperature
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to experiment with other melting cheeses
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped, chives can be a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Gluten-free soy sauce can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional
Optional Serving Suggestions
  • to taste Thai Sweet Chili Sauce For dipping
  • to taste Spicy Mayonnaise Adds extra kick

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • sharp knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper or foil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine imitation crab, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, and sugar until well blended.
  3. Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and spread crab filling across, leaving a ¼-inch border.
  4. Tightly roll the pastry into a log shape and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Slice the log into ½-inch thick pinwheels and place them on the baking sheets.
  6. Brush the tops with egg wash and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Rotate halfway through.
  7. Allow to cool slightly and serve warm with your choice of dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.

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