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Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels: Effortless Crunchy Delight

These Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are quick, budget-friendly appetizers that impress at any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Thawed overnight
  • 1.5 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Can substitute with yellow mustard
  • 8 ounces Deli Ham Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Gruyère or Sharp Cheddar Cheese Grated
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional garnish
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Fresh Spinach Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Red Peppers Diced

Equipment

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

Method
 

Preparing the Pinwheels
  1. Roll out two sheets of thawed puff pastry into a rectangle approximately 10x12 inches.
  2. Spread about 1.5 tablespoons of Dijon mustard evenly across the pastry.
  3. Layer half of the thinly sliced deli ham and half of the grated Gruyère or sharp cheddar cheese.
  4. Roll the pastry tightly starting from one of the long edges and trim the ends.
  5. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. After chilling, slice the logs into ½-inch thick rounds and place on the baking sheets.
  8. Bake for about 18 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
  9. Once baked, let cool slightly and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pinwheels can be paired with a fresh salad or creamy tomato soup for a complete meal. They store well in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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