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Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Delicious Ham and Cheese Pinwheels: Easy Party Treats

Easy Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are a delightful appetizer perfect for any gathering, featuring flaky pastry, salty deli ham, and melty cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 package Frozen Puff Pastry Thaw overnight in the fridge
  • 1.5 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Use more or less to taste
  • 6 slices Deli Ham Opt for high-quality ham
  • 1 cup Gruyère or Sharp Cheddar Cheese Choose cheese that melts well
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • plastic wrap
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
  1. Roll out your thawed puff pastry into a 10x12-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
  2. Spread approximately 1.5 tablespoons of Dijon mustard uniformly over the pastry, leaving about a 0.5-inch border around the edges.
  3. Evenly layer 6 slices of deli ham over the mustard, followed by 1 cup of Gruyère or sharp cheddar cheese.
  4. Carefully roll the puff pastry from one of the long edges into a tight log.
  5. Wrap the rolled pastry log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while your pinwheel logs chill.
  7. Remove one log from the refrigerator and slice it into 0.5-inch thick rounds.
  8. Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 18 minutes.
  9. Once baked, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pinwheels can be customized with different cheeses or added vegetables like spinach. They also make a great make-ahead snack.

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