Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

5 from 1 vote

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.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, British

Keyword: Appetiser, Pinwheels

Servings:

Calories: 233kcal

Author: Lynn

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

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.

Notes

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.

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