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Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels

Savory Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels for Effortless Entertaining

These Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels are a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for stress-free entertaining, combining savory ham and tangy cheddar in a flaky pastry.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry homemade or store-bought
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Ham cooked, chopped
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard optional
For the Finish
  • 1 egg Egg Wash or milk for a lighter wash

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the filling by mixing chopped ham, shredded cheddar, and Dijon mustard in a bowl.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick and spread the filling evenly over it, leaving edges clear.
  3. Roll the pastry tightly into a log, then chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  4. Slice the chilled log into 1-inch pinwheels and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and brush the pinwheels with egg wash before adding optional sesame seeds on top.
  6. Bake the pinwheels for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Let the pinwheels cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These pinwheels can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 2 months before baking.

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