Name: Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 sheet of puff pastry; 6 slices deli ham (like black forest); 8 slices cheese (like colby jack); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted); 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; As Needed everything bagel seasoning; As Needed fresh parsley, minced (optional); As Needed flour (for dusting work surface)

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This delicious Ham and Cheese Pinwheels recipe is so easy to make. With just a handful of ingredients, this delicious appetizer can be made in no time. All you need is puffy pastry, deli ham, cheese and a simple seasoned butter.

I like simple appetizers, especially when I am preparing a big meal like Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. The simpler the appetizers are, the more time I have to focus on the main dishes. That's where this Ham and Cheese Pinwheels recipe comes in.

Not only are they delicious but they come together in just 35 minutes and are always a crowd pleaser. I mean, who doesn't like puffy pastry with its buttery flakiness?

They aren't just a tasty appetizer; they are great served as a quick lunch at home or packed lunch for your kiddos. My kiddos love when I packed these pinwheels in their lunchboxes.

Key Ingredients & Substitutions

Puff Pastry – This buttery, flaky pastry forms the base of the recipe. You can substitute it with crescent roll dough (the sheets) for a softer texture.
Deli Ham – Black Forest ham adds a smoky, savory flavor, but you can swap it out for turkey, roast beef, or even salami for a different twist.
Cheese – Colby Jack or Cheddar provide a rich, melty layer, but you can use provolone, Swiss, or even pepper jack for a spicier kick.
Everything Bagel Seasoning – Adds a crunchy, flavorful topping. If you don’t have it, a mix of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, onion flakes, and salt will work.

How To make Ham and Cheese Pinwheels with Puff Pastry

You can find the full recipe is in the recipe card below.

STEP 1

Roll out the puff pastry and place the cheese on top of it in a single layer.

STEP 2

Place the ham in one layer on top of the cheese.

STEP 3

Roll up the puff pastry starting with the long end and cut into 17 equal pieces.

STEP 4

Place on baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, then brush with seasoned butter and bake for another 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Enjoy!

Puff Pastry needs to be kept cold to keep its flaky texture. Be sure to pull the dough out of the fridge right before you want to assemble it.

Can Ham and Cheese Pinwheels be made the night before?

Yes, this ham and cheese pinwheels with puff pastry recipe can be made the night before. Making them in advance is a great way to cut down on time if you are preparing for a party.

If you choose to make them in advance, I recommend prepping them, refrigerating them and then bake them the following day.

Variations

Turkey and provolone cheese make great pinwheels.

My family loves to make pizza pinwheels made with pepperonis, mozzarella cheese and marinara for dipping. This one we like to brush with an Italian Herb and Cheese butter.

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