Baked Ham & Cheese Pinwheels are one of those appetizers that disappear fast once they hit the table. Flaky puff pastry wraps around a creamy Dijon spread, layers of ham, and melty cheddar, all baked until golden and crisp. They’re easy to grab, easy to eat, and perfect for sharing.
This recipe is a solid choice when you want something you can prep ahead without stress. Rolling and chilling the pastry helps everything stay in place, and slicing them takes just minutes. They work just as well for casual gatherings as they do for holiday spreads.
Helpful Tips
- Leave that clean edge of pastry uncovered so the roll seals tightly.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet so the pinwheels puff up instead of steaming.
- Let them cool for a few minutes after baking so the cheese can set slightly.
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Baked Ham & Cheese Pinwheels
Baked Ham & Cheese Pinwheels are flaky puff pastry wraps around a creamy Dijon spread, layers of ham, and melty cheddar, all baked until golden and crisp.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 8 ounces thinly sliced ham
- 8 ounces cheddar shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
- 1 egg beaten
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the cream cheese, dijon mustard, and parsley. Set aside.
- Unroll the pastry on a floured work surface. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly onto the pastry, leaving about 1” of space along one long side.
- Layer on the ham and shredded cheddar. Starting on the long end that has sauce all the way to the edge, roll the pastry tightly. When you come to the end without sauce, gently press to seal the roll.
- Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes allowing the filling to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 375° F(190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the log into 1/2 inch slices and place on the parchment paper lined baking sheet with a little space between the pinwheels.
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 20 minutes or until they are golden brown, cooked through and flaky.
Nutrition
Calories: 194kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 256mgPotassium: 59mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 197IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 1mg
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When not mixing up delicious cocktails to enjoy on the patio with friends, Angela is busy writing about food and drinks for three popular food websites, and exchanging creative ideas on social media.