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Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels

Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels for a Festive Feast

Delight in these Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels, a perfect easy appetizer for your festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry flaky base that elevates the pinwheels
  • 8 oz Ham satisfying flavor; try roasted vegetables for a vegetarian twist
  • 8 oz Cheddar Cheese sharp, creamy taste; can swap in pepper jack or mozzarella
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard adds tangy kick; omit for milder flavor
  • 1 egg Egg Wash optional for golden sheen, can substitute with milk or melted butter

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • Spatula
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  3. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard evenly across the rolled pastry.
  4. Layer the slices of ham and shredded cheddar cheese over the mustard-coated pastry.
  5. Carefully roll the pastry tightly from one long edge to the other, forming a log shape.
  6. Wrap the rolled pastry log in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 15 to 30 minutes.
  7. Slice the chilled log into 1-inch thick pinwheels and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Brush each pinwheel with an egg wash for a golden finish.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  10. Let cool for a few minutes and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pinwheels can be made ahead and stored. They may also be reheated in a preheated oven to restore their flakiness.

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