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Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels

Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels: Festive Bites Everyone Loves

These Easter Ham and Cheddar Pinwheels are a delightful and easy appetizer perfect for festive gatherings and kid-friendly fun.
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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
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry store-bought
  • 1 cup Diced Ham or turkey for a lighter twist
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or mozzarella for a milder bite
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard omit for milder taste
  • 1 egg Egg Wash milk or cream can be an alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Plastic wrap
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and dust a clean surface with flour. Roll out the puff pastry into a thin rectangle, about ¼ inch thick.
  2. Spread Dijon mustard evenly over the surface of the puff pastry. Layer diced ham and shredded cheddar cheese evenly.
  3. Roll the puff pastry tightly into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for about 30 minutes.
  4. Slice the log into approximately 1-inch pinwheels with a sharp knife.
  5. Arrange pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with egg wash and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Allow pinwheels to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover pinwheels in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Unbaked pinwheels can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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