Smoked Gouda Crack Chicken Pinwheels:

4. Carefully roll the pastry into a log, beginning at one end. First, slice the wood lengthwise into pinwheels that are one inch thick.

5. Arrange the pinwheels in a non-overlapping fashion on the baking sheet that has been prepared. To get a stunning golden hue, brush the tops with the beaten egg.

6. Puff the pastry and bake it for 18–20 minutes in a preheated oven, or until it becomes brown.

7. Transfer from the baking sheet to a serving tray and let to cool for a few minutes.

Changes and Hints:

To enhance the chicken combination, those who want a little more heat could choose to add some chopped jalapeños or a splash of spicy sauce. For those who want a vegetarian option, you may replace the chicken with a combination of black beans and corn. If you can’t find puff pastry, you may use croissant dough or even pie crust—both of which are excellent, but different, bases.