Go Back
–+ servings
Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels

Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels: Effortless Festive Delight

Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels are easy to prepare and a delightful appetizer for any gathering.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • 8 slices Ham Savory richness; can substitute with roasted veggies for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded; can substitute with gouda or Swiss
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Adjust or skip for picky eaters
For the Glide
  • 1 large Egg Optional for egg wash

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • knife
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry until about 1/8 inch thick.
  3. Layer the sliced ham evenly over the puff pastry, followed by shredded cheddar cheese and a thin layer of Dijon mustard.
  4. Tightly roll the puff pastry into a log shape and slice into 1-inch pinwheels.
  5. Refrigerate the sliced pinwheels for 20-30 minutes to prevent leaks during baking.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the pinwheels; bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These pinwheels can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge or frozen for later use. Adjust baking time if baking from frozen.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!