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Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Golden, flaky pinwheels filled with savory ham and melty cheese—perfect for quick snacks, brunch, or party appetizers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 18
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 137
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed until pliable
  • 8 slices deli ham thinly sliced for even layering
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheese Swiss, cheddar, Gruyère, or a blend for best melt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard smooth, room temperature
  • 1 egg large, for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon water to mix with egg for brushing
  • Sesame seeds or poppy seeds optional, for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. prep
  2. Lightly flour a clean work surface and place the thawed puff pastry on it. prep
  3. Layer ham slices evenly over the mustard, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top. assemble
  4. Starting from the long edge, roll the pastry tightly into a log, keeping it snug. assemble
  5. Chill the rolled log in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm it for slicing. prep
  6. Slice the log into ½- to ¾-inch rounds, yielding about 18 pinwheels. prep
  7. Arrange pinwheels cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. assemble
  8. Whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon water and brush the tops of the pinwheels. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired. mix
  9. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the pinwheels are puffed and golden brown. bake
  10. Remove from oven and serve warm, or allow to cool slightly for room-temperature serving. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 25ServingCalories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 253mgPotassium: 56mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 77IUVitamin C: 0.003mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Thaw puff pastry until just pliable for the flakiest pinwheels. Chill the rolled log before slicing to get perfect rounds. Brush with egg wash for a golden, glossy finish and serve warm for best flavor.

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