Cranberry Orange Pinwheels

Swirl into the holiday spirit with these irresistible Cranberry Orange Pinwheels, a festive twist on classic pastry bites! Featuring a tender cream cheese and sour cream dough, these cookies are filled with a vibrant medley of finely chopped dried cranberries, sweet brown sugar, freshly grated orange zest, and a hint of warm cinnamon. Rolled into delicate spirals and baked to golden perfection, these pinwheels are as visually striking as they are delicious. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat to savor with your afternoon tea, this recipe combines citrusy brightness with fruity tartness for a flavor that’s simply unforgettable. Ready in just over an hour, these easy-to-make cookies are an elegant addition to any dessert table.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 3 tablespoons Sour cream
• 1 cup Dried cranberries, finely chopped
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoons Orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 unit Egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add the cream cheese and sour cream to the flour mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 5

While the dough chills, prepare the filling by combining the chopped dried cranberries, brown sugar, orange zest, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough into a 10x10-inch square.

Step 8

Evenly spread half of the cranberry-orange filling over the rolled dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 9

Starting at one edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Repeat with the second portion of dough and remaining filling.

Step 10

Use a serrated knife to carefully slice each log into 1/4-inch thick pinwheels. Place the pinwheels onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.

Step 11

Brush the tops of the pinwheels with the beaten egg to create a golden, shiny finish.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let the pinwheels cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 14

Enjoy your cranberry orange pinwheels as a festive snack or delightful dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(944.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3769.7

Total Fat 198.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 717.0mg	0%
Sodium 1104.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 477.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 272.3g
Protein 41.8g	0%

Vitamin D 128.5IU	0%
Calcium 331.9mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 621.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.3%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 49.4%