Description
Whip up these ham and cheese puff pastry pinwheels for a crowd-pleasing snack that’ll make your guests smile. Crispy, cheesy, and oh-so-easy, they’re perfect for quick appetizers or lazy weekend munching.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ pound thinly sliced ham
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 sheet puff pastry
Supporting Ingredients:
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
Binding/Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 egg (beaten)
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 400°F and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet for crispy pinwheels.
- Dust your countertop with flour and gently unfold the puff pastry sheet to prevent sticking.
- Spread ¼ cup Dijon mustard across the pastry, creating a thin, tangy base layer.
- Arrange ½ pound of thinly sliced ham evenly over the mustard, covering the entire surface.
- Distribute 1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese across the ham, ensuring complete coverage.
- Carefully roll the pastry from one edge, creating a tight, compact cylinder.
- Slice the rolled pastry into 1-inch thick pinwheels using a sharp knife.
- Position the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet, keeping them slightly separated.
- Brush each pinwheel with 1 beaten egg to achieve a beautiful golden sheen.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes at 400°F until the pastry puffs and turns a rich, golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 3-4 minutes before serving these warm, cheesy treats.
Notes
- Dijon mustard adds a tangy kick, so choose a high-quality brand for the best flavor.
- Cold puff pastry is easier to handle, so keep it refrigerated until just before rolling.
- For extra crispiness, let the pinwheels rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before baking.
- Swap ham for prosciutto or turkey to customize the recipe for different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Ham
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg