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Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Delicious and easy ham and cheese pinwheels made with just four ingredients, perfect as an appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 48 pinwheels
Calories 60 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Plastic wrap
  • serrated knife

Ingredients
  

Puff Pastry and Filling

  • 2 sheets frozen puff pastry thawed overnight in the refrigerator
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard divided
  • 12 slices thinly-sliced deli ham about 10 ounces
  • 2 cups freshly grated gruyere or Swiss, fontina, sharp cheddar, or similar melty cheese (about 5 ounces)
  • Chopped fresh parsley or thyme, or chives (optional, for serving)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on your counter (press two long sheets together at the edges to create a single larger sheet). Unfold the first sheet of puff pastry in the center of the plastic, then roll it into a 10x12-inch rectangle.
  • Spread with 1 ½ tablespoons mustard, leaving a ½-inch border on all sides.
  • Lay 6 ham slices on top, overlapping as needed. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
  • Starting at the long (12-inch) edge, roll the puff pastry into a log. Trim the ends so that they are even, then tightly wrap the log with the plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  • Repeat with the second sheet of puff pastry and remaining mustard, ham, and cheese.
  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Once the log has chilled, using a sharp, serrated knife, carefully cut each log into ½-inch-wide slices. Arrange the rolls 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake until the puff pastry is light golden brown and the cheese is hot and bubbly, about 18 minutes.
  • Immediately sprinkle with chopped thyme, parsley, or chives as desired. Let cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

To make this recipe ahead: Fully bake the pinwheels, then let cool. Arrange in a flat layer on the baking sheet and freeze completely. Transfer to an airtight container and store for up to 1 month. Reheat directly from frozen on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 375 degrees F until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mg
Keyword Easy Appetizer, Freezer Friendly, Ham and Cheese Pinwheels, party snack, Puff Pastry Recipe
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