Save to Pinterest Flaky, golden pastry spirals filled with savory ham and melted cheese—perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party finger food.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- Pastry: 1 sheet (about 250 g) ready-rolled puff pastry (chilled, not frozen)
- Filling: 100 g thinly sliced cooked ham
- Filling: 100 g grated cheddar cheese (or Swiss cheese)
- Filling: 2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Filling: Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- For Baking: 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Step 3:
- Spread Dijon mustard evenly over the pastry, if using.
- Step 4:
- Arrange ham slices evenly over the mustard, leaving a 1 cm border along one long edge.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the ham. Season lightly with black pepper.
- Step 6:
- Starting from the long edge without the border, tightly roll up the pastry into a log, sealing the edge with a bit of beaten egg.
- Step 7:
- Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 16 equal pieces.
- Step 8:
- Place pinwheels cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Step 9:
- Brush tops with beaten egg.
- Step 10:
- Bake for 18 20 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- Step 11:
- Cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Save to Pinterest Substitute turkey or chicken slices for ham if preferred Add chopped chives caramelized onions or a pinch of paprika for extra flavor Serve with a honey-mustard dipping sauce or alongside a green salad.
Required Tools
Baking sheet Parchment paper Sharp knife Pastry brush Rolling pin (optional)
Allergen Information
May contain traces of nuts or soy if present in the pastry always check packaging.
Nutritional Information
Calories 95 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 4 g
Save to Pinterest This recipe makes a delightful appetizer that is simple to prepare and perfect for gatherings.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I substitute the ham with other meats?
Yes, turkey or chicken slices work well as alternatives, maintaining a similar texture and flavor balance.
- → What type of cheese works best for these pinwheels?
Cheddar or Swiss cheese are ideal choices due to their meltability and complementary flavors.
- → How do I ensure the pastry stays golden and crisp?
Brushing the surface with beaten egg before baking promotes a beautiful golden color and crisp texture.
- → Can I prepare these in advance?
You can assemble the pinwheels ahead and refrigerate them before baking. Bake fresh for best crispness.
- → Are there seasoning options to enhance the filling?
Adding fresh chives, caramelized onions, or a pinch of paprika can add extra layers of flavor to the filling.