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    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

    Published: Apr 24, 2023 by TastyBakesKitchen · Leave a Comment

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    These easy to make Ham and Cheese Pinwheels use only 4 ingredients and are a great option for a make-ahead snack and an excellent addition to any summer picnic when packed with some Easy Rosemary Focaccia and a jar of Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Port. They are easy to prepare and taste delicious.

    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels on a serving tray with tomatoes and cucumber.

    By using ready made puff pastry, you can save a significant amount of time, especially if the pastry sheet is already rolled out. This eliminates the need for a rolling pin and ensures that the pastry is the right size for this recipe.

    Tip: If using unrolled Puff pastry or making your own, you will need to roll out the pastry to about 350cm x 230cm and about 3 -4 mm thick.

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    Ingredients and Substitutions

    This is just an overview of the ingredients I used to make this Ham and Cheese Pinwheel Recipe with green pesto along with possible alternatives and why I may have used them. See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and quantities. Or click the 'Jump to Recipe' button above.

    Ingredients for Ham and Cheese Pinwheels.
    • Puff Pastry - Use Ready made and pre-rolled out pastry, this will save you a lot of time and is ready rolled to the correct size, (350cm x 320cm).
    • Ham - Ideally use thinly sliced ham as this will make it easier to roll into pinwheels, especially if using slices of cheese.
    • Cheese - Using grated cheese instead of cheese slices will make it easier to assemble the roll-ups.
    • Pesto - Green or red pesto is fine. You could also try using a tomato paste or a very smooth chutney. Mustard is fine too.

    Step By Step Instructions

    Preheat the oven to 190c deg Fan assisted oven and grease a 12 hole muffin tin.

    Rolled out puff pastry spread with pesto and ham.

    Step 1: Unroll the ready made puff pastry onto a large sheet of baking parchment making sure the longest edge is at the bottom. Spread with a thin layer of Pesto, avoid going over the edges if you can.

    Step 2: Layer the ham evenly over the top of the pesto

    Rolled out puff pastry spread with pesto, ham and cheese.

    Step 3: Place the cheese slices/grated cheese over the top of the ham.

    Step 4: Begin to create the Pinwheels by carefully rolling up from the bottom long edge. This could be tricky at first.

    Rolled up Ham and Cheese Pinwheels.

    Step 5: Without pressing down too hard, carefully roll up the Cheese and Ham Swirls ending with the seam side underneath. There is no need to seal the edges, the melted cheese will do this during baking.

    Step 6: Using a sharp or serrated knife, section off 12 portions evenly.

    Slices of Unbaked Ham and Cheese Rollups.

    Step 7: Carefully and without pressing too hard, slice the Ham and Cheese Rollups into 12 portions.

    Step 8: Place each portion into the prepared muffin tin.

    Ham and cheese rollups in a muffin tin.

    Step 9: Optional. Brush the tops of the Pinwheels with beaten egg or a little milk.

    Step10: Bake for around 15 mins in the centre of the preheated oven or until baked with a golden colour on the top and bottom. Leave to cool for 5 mins allowing the melted cheese to set a little before removing the pinwheels from the muffin tin.

    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels on a serving tray with tomatoes and cucumber.

    These Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Swirls can be enjoyed as a snack alongside fresh tomatoes and cucumber slices or a fresh leafy green salad. They are also perfect for a weekend lunch or as a party appetiser.

    Storage

    • Store - To keep their freshness, store them in the refrigerator where they can last for a couple of days. These pinwheels are great whether served warm or cold.
    • Reheat - Place the pinwheels on a baking tray in a moderate oven until heated through. Tip: If using an air fryer to reheat, place a few directly onto the inner tray evenly spaced out and bake until heated through.

    Top Tips

    Tip 1 - To make the rolling process easier, it is recommended to use thinly sliced ham and thin slices or grated cheese.

    FAQ

    Can You Make Pinwheels the day before?

    Make the pinwheels the day before and store them in the fridge. When ready to eat either serve cold or reheat in a moderate oven until warmed through.

    Pairing

    These are my favourite dishes to serve with Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

    • Dish of Herb Roasted Potatoes.
      Herb Roasted Potatoes
    • Jar of cranberry sauce with a plate of cheese and crackers on the side.
      Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Port
    • Hasselback baked potatoes on a baking tray.
      Hasselback Baked Potatoes
    • Slices of Rosemary Focaccia on a tray
      Easy Rosemary Focaccia

    After making this recipe please let me know how you got on by leaving a comment below. Especially if you used alternative ingredients. Subscribe to my Newsletter - Let's stay connected.

    Recipe

    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels on a long grey tray.

    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

    Lynn
    These easy to make Ham and Cheese Pinwheels use only 4 ingredients and are a great option for a make-ahead snack and an excellent addition to any summer picnic. They are easy to prepare and taste delicious.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 12
    Calories per serving 233 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Baking Tray
    • Baking Parchment

    Ingredients
      

    • 320 g pack of Readymade puff pastry sheet size 350cm x 230cm
    • 2 rounded tablespoons of pesto
    • 120 g thinly sliced cooked Ham
    • Cheese Slices or 180g grated mild cheese
    • egg or milk for glazing optional
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 190c deg Fan assisted oven and grease a 12 hole muffin tin.
    • Unroll the ready made puff pastry onto a large sheet of baking parchment making sure the longest edge is at the bottom. Spread with a thin layer of Pesto, avoid going over the edges if you can.
      320 g pack of Readymade puff pastry, 2 rounded tablespoons of pesto
    • Layer the ham evenly over the top of the pesto. Place the cheese slices/grated cheese over the top of the ham.
      120 g thinly sliced cooked Ham, Cheese Slices or 180g grated mild cheese
    • Begin to create the Pinwheels by carefully rolling up from the bottom long edge. This could be tricky at first. Without pressing down too hard, carefully roll up the Cheese and Ham Swirls ending with the seam side underneath. There is no need to seal the edges, the melted cheese will do this during baking.
    • Using a sharp or serrated knife, section off 12 portions evenly. Carefully and without pressing too hard, slice each portion all the way through.
    • Place each portion into the prepared muffin tin. (Optional) Brush the tops of the Pinwheels with beaten egg or a little milk.
      egg or milk for glazing
    • Bake for around 15 mins in the centre of the preheated oven or until baked with a golden colour on the top and bottom. Leave to cool for 5 mins allowing the melted cheese to set a little before removing the pinwheels from the muffin tin.
    • These Puff Pastry Swirls can be enjoyed as a snack alongside fresh tomatoes and cucumber slices or a fresh leafy green salad. They are also perfect for a weekend lunch or as a party appetiser.

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    Storage
    Store - To keep their freshness, store these Ham and Cheese Swirls in the refrigerator where they can last for a couple of days. These pinwheels are great whether served warm or cold.
    Reheat - Place the pinwheels on a baking tray in a moderate oven until heated through.
    Tips and FAQ
    Tip 1 - To make the rolling process easier, it is recommended to use thinly sliced ham and cheese.
    Can You Make Pinwheels the Day Before?
    Make the pinwheels the day before and store them in the fridge. When ready to eat either serve cold or reheat in a moderate oven until warmed through.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 233kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 285mgPotassium: 56mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 154IUCalcium: 110mgIron: 1mg

    Note: Recipes are tested using Metric only. The provided nutrition information is an estimate for the entire recipe, the calorie accuracy nutritional facts, unit and portion conversion are calculated by a third party app. and are not guaranteed.

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