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Crispy Vegetable Flatbread Pinwheels with Cream Cheese and Caramelized Onion Recipe

4.2 from 21 reviews

These Flatbread Pinwheels feature a crispy, golden-baked base made from grated potato and zucchini, layered with tangy cream cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh toppings, then rolled into stunning spirals perfect for appetizers or light meals.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients:

  • 3 medium potatoes
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 3/4 cup (93.75 g) all-purpose flour, or gluten-free flour
  • 1/3 cup (78.86 ml) water
  • 1 tsp (6 g) salt
  • 1/2 tsp (1 g) black pepper
  • 2 tbsps (29.57 ml) olive oil, optional, for brushing

Toppings:

  • 3/4 cup (170.25 g) cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup (78.67 g) caramelized onions
  • 1/3 cup (36.67 g) sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1 cup (20 g) fresh arugula
  • Drizzle of balsamic cream or glaze

Equipment:

  • Box grater
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Full-size baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Knife

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Grate Vegetables:
Grate the potatoes and zucchini using a box grater.
  3. Prepare Batter:
In a large bowl, mix the flour, water, salt, and pepper. Add the grated vegetables and stir until evenly coated.
  4. Spread Mixture:
Spread the mixture evenly across the parchment-lined baking sheet. Press down with a spatula to form a flat, cohesive layer.
  5. Bake:
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden and crispy around the edges. Optional: Brush with olive oil before baking for extra crispiness.
  6. Cool and Spread:
Let the baked flatbread cool. Spread an even layer of cream cheese across the entire surface.
  7. Add Toppings:
Evenly distribute the arugula, caramelized onions, and sun-dried tomatoes. Drizzle with balsamic cream or glaze.
  8. Roll It Up:
Starting from one short edge, roll the flatbread into a tight log, using parchment paper as a guide.
  9. Slice and Serve:
Slice the roll into 1-2 inch pinwheels and serve as a vibrant appetizer or snack.

Notes

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