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Gourmet Ham and Cheese Pinwheels: Perfect Party Appetizer

Delight your guests with these Gourmet Ham and Cheese Pinwheels, a quick and easy crowd-pleaser perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 48 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed overnight in the fridge
  • 1.5 tablespoons Dijon Mustard For spreading
  • 6 slices Deli Ham Quality deli ham recommended
  • 1 cup Gruyère or Sharp Cheddar Cheese Grated
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheets
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Rolling Pin
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gourmet Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
  1. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface into a rectangle measuring approximately 10x12 inches.
  2. Spread Dijon mustard evenly over the rolled-out puff pastry, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
  3. Layer deli ham across the mustard-spread pastry and sprinkle grated cheese on top.
  4. Carefully roll the pastry into a tight log and trim the ends, then wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  5. Repeat with a second sheet of puff pastry, forming another log.
  6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) while preparing baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  7. Slice each log into ½-inch thick pinwheels and arrange them cut side up on the baking sheets.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 18 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different fillings or cheeses according to your taste preferences.

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