These pumpkin-goat cheese puff pastry rolls combine sweet pumpkin with savory goat cheese for the perfect fall appetizer.
Opt for pre-crumbled goat cheese to keep the pinwheels dry and easy to slice.
Stir pumpkin, maple syrup, cinnamon and pepper together in a small bowl.
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Spread evenly over the pastry, leaving a 12-inch border on 1 edge.
Sprinkle goat cheese evenly over the pumpkin.
Whisk egg and water together until thoroughly combined.
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Brush a thin layer of egg mixture over the pastry border; reserve remaining egg mixture.
Starting at the edge opposite the border, gently roll the pastry into a tight log.
Place seam-side down on a small cutting board.
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Place in freezer to chill until firm enough to slice, 20 to 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400F.
Stack 2 large baking sheets on top of each other.
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(This will help keep the bottom of the roll from burning.)
Line the top baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using a sharp knife, cut the chilled log into 12 slices.
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Arrange cut-sides down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly apart.
Lightly brush with the reserved egg mixture; discard any remaining egg mixture.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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