Here’s a simple and delicious Ham and Cheese Pinwheels recipe—perfect for snacks, appetizers, or party finger food.

🥓🧀 Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Makes: ~12–16 pinwheels
Time: ~25–30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen) or crescent roll dough
• 6–8 slices of ham
• 6–8 slices of cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or your favorite)
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or cream cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Optional: poppy seeds or sesame seeds for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat oven

• 400°F (200°C)
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the dough

1. Roll out puff pastry or crescent dough into a rectangle (~10×12 inches).
2. Spread mustard or cream cheese evenly if using.

3. Layer ham and cheese

• Lay slices of ham evenly over the dough.
• Add cheese on top of the ham.

4. Roll and slice

1. Starting from one long side, roll dough tightly into a log.
2. Slice into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
3. Place on prepared baking sheet, cut side up.

5. Egg wash

• Brush the tops with beaten egg.
• Sprinkle with optional seeds.

6. Bake

• 12–15 minutes, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
• Let cool slightly before serving.

⭐ Tips

• Use thin slices of ham and cheese to prevent thick, hard-to-bake rolls.
• Puff pastry works best for a flaky texture; crescent dough is softer.
• Add extras: chopped spinach, caramelized onions, or herbs for flavor twists.
• Make ahead: assemble and refrigerate before baking.

If you want, I can also give a mini pinwheel version, a spicy ham and cheese version, or a make-ahead freezer-friendly version.

Which one should I provide?