Savory Ham Cheese Pinwheels

Flaky, golden pastry spirals filled with savory ham and melted cheese—perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party finger food.

Preparation Time 15 minutes Cooking Time 20 minutes Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

• Pastry: 1 sheet (about 250 g) ready-rolled puff pastry (chilled, not frozen)
• Filling: 100 g thinly sliced cooked ham
• Filling: 100 g grated cheddar cheese (or Swiss cheese)
• Filling: 2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
• Filling: Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• For Baking: 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

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Step 1:

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:

Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.

Step 3:

Spread Dijon mustard evenly over the pastry, if using.

Step 4:

Arrange ham slices evenly over the mustard, leaving a 1 cm border along one long edge.

Step 5:

Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the ham Season lightly with black pepper.

Step 6:

Starting from the long edge without the border, tightly roll up the pastry into a log, sealing the edge with a bit of beaten egg.

Step 7:

Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 16 equal pieces.

Step 8:

Place pinwheels cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.

Step 9:

Brush tops with beaten egg.

Step 10:

Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden and crisp.

Step 11:

Cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.

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Allergen Information Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (cheese), and pork (ham) May contain traces of nuts or soy if present in the pastry—always check packaging.

Required Tools

Baking sheet Parchment paper Sharp knife Pastry brush Rolling pin (optional)

Notes

Serve with a honey-mustard dipping sauce or alongside a green salad Store leftovers in an airtight container reheat briefly in the oven to crisp up.

Nutritional Information

Calories 95 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 4 g

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Enjoy these savory pinwheel rolls warm or at room temperature for any occasion.

Recipe FAQ

→ What type of pastry is best for these pinwheels?

Ready-rolled puff pastry works best for creating flaky, golden spirals.

→ Can I substitute the ham with other meats?

Yes, turkey or chicken slices make tasty alternatives without compromising texture.

→ How do I ensure the pinwheels bake evenly?

Slice the rolled pastry uniformly and place cut-side up on a parchment-lined sheet with space between pieces.

→ Is it necessary to use an egg wash?

Brushing with beaten egg gives the pinwheels a shiny, golden finish and helps seal the edges.

→ Can I prepare these pinwheels ahead of time?

Yes, assemble and slice them in advance, then refrigerate before baking to maintain shape and freshness.