Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels are a delicious, easy-to-make snack or appetizer. Here’s a simple recipe you can follow to make them:
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 100g (3.5 oz) ham (thinly sliced)
- 100g (3.5 oz) cheese (Gruyère, cheddar, or any preferred cheese, grated)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. If it’s already rolled out, just unfold it. You want it to be flat and even.
- Spread the Mustard (Optional): If you’re using mustard, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over the entire surface of the puff pastry. This adds a nice tangy flavor, but it’s optional.
- Layer Ham and Cheese: Layer the thin slices of ham evenly over the puff pastry. Sprinkle the grated cheese on top of the ham, covering the whole sheet.
- Season: Lightly season with salt and pepper. Be mindful of the salt in the ham and cheese, so season sparingly.
- Roll Up the Pastry: Starting from one edge, carefully roll up the puff pastry into a tight log or cylinder. Try to roll it evenly so the pinwheels will bake uniformly.
- Slice into Pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled puff pastry into about 1-inch thick slices, creating pinwheels.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out slightly. Brush each one with the beaten egg to give them a golden, shiny finish when baked.
- Bake: Bake the pinwheels in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and puffed up.
- Serve: Let them cool slightly, then serve warm. These pinwheels are great as a snack, appetizer, or party treat!
Enjoy your Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels! Would you like any tips for variations or suggestions on serving?
