These ham pinwheels are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that are perfect for any occasion. Made with puff pastry, ham, cheese, and a creamy filling, these bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit. They are simple to prepare and can be made ahead of time for convenience. Whether you're hosting a party or just looking for a tasty snack, this ham pinwheels recipe is a must-try!
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 12 slices of ham
- 6 slices of cheese (cheddar or Swiss)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mayo-mustard mixture evenly over the puff pastry.
- Lay the ham slices on top of the mayo-mustard mixture, slightly overlapping each other.
- Place the cheese slices on top of the ham slices.
- Starting from one short end, tightly roll the puff pastry into a log.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 1-inch thick slices.
- Place the pinwheels onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden and puffed.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Interesting Facts
Ham pinwheels can be served as an appetizer or a snack.
Puff pastry gives these pinwheels a flaky and buttery texture.
The combination of ham, cheese, and creamy mayo-mustard filling creates a delicious flavor profile.
These pinwheels can be customized by adding other ingredients like spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or chopped olives.
Leftover ham pinwheels can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.