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Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Savory Ham and Cheese Pinwheels That Wow Every Time

Delicious Ham and Cheese Pinwheels, a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for appetizers and snacks.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Well-chilled
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 8 slices Thin-Sliced Premium Ham Use high-quality ham
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated
  • 1 cup Swiss Cheese Shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives Chopped, reserve some for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted, for brushing
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon Water For egg wash
  • Optional Toppings e.g., Poppy Seeds

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • pastry brush
  • Serrated Knife
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thaw puff pastry according to package instructions until pliable but still cold. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pastry into a rectangle, approximately 10x12 inches.
  2. Liberally apply melted butter over the pastry while leaving a ½-inch border around the edges. Smear a thin layer of Dijon mustard on top.
  3. Layer thin slices of ham across the mustard-covered pastry, sprinkle cheddar and Swiss cheese, and add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and fresh chives.
  4. Roll the pastry tightly from the longer edge towards the clean border, pinching the seam to seal. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Slice the chilled pastry into ½-inch rounds and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  7. Whisk together the egg, water, and a pinch of salt to create an egg wash. Brush over the top of each pinwheel.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Watch towards the end for optimal results.
  9. Let cool on a wire rack briefly, then garnish with reserved fresh chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served warm. Keep them warm on a tray for guests during gatherings.

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