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Easy Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Irresistible Easy Ham and Cheese Pinwheels for Any Occasion

These Easy Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are a quick and delightful appetizer, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry thawed if frozen
  • 1.5 tablespoons Dijon Mustard or substitute with whole grain or yellow mustard
  • 6 slices Deli Ham can substitute with turkey or chicken
  • 1 cup Grated Gruyère or Sharp Cheddar Cheese or any melting cheese like mozzarella
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
  1. Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out one sheet of thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle approximately 10x12 inches.
  2. Spread the Mustard: Spread 1.5 tablespoons of Dijon mustard evenly across the puff pastry, leaving a 0.5-inch border.
  3. Layer the Ham: Lay 6 slices of deli ham over the mustard, slightly overlapping each slice.
  4. Sprinkle the Cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup of grated Gruyère or sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the ham.
  5. Roll the Pastry: From one long edge, tightly roll the puff pastry into a log shape.
  6. Chill the Log: Wrap the rolled log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  7. Repeat with Second Pastry: Repeat all steps with the second sheet of puff pastry.
  8. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Slice the Pinwheels: Slice the chilled logs into 0.5-inch pieces and place them cut-side up on the baking sheets.
  10. Bake and Serve: Bake for 18 minutes or until golden brown, garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the rolled log for precision in slicing, and use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.

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