Puff Pastry Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Whipping up a delicious snack doesn’t have to be a time-consuming affair. These delightful puff pastry ham and cheese pinwheels are designed for those moments when you crave a savoury bite without any fuss. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity: a handful of basic ingredients and efficient cooking yield a batch of perfectly golden, moreish treats, ideal for an informal gathering or a quick afternoon pick-me-up. By simply preheating your oven, you’re already halfway to assembling these comforting delights, making stress-free cooking a reality.

Quick Overview

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 18 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 roll ready-made rectangular puff pastry
• 5.3 oz (150g) thinly sliced cooked ham
• 3.5 oz (100g) smoked provolone cheese (or other melting cheese)
• 1 medium egg
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Method

1. Preheat a static oven to 190°C (375°F / Gas Mark 5) and line a baking tray with baking parchment. This ensures the oven is ready when needed.
2. Unroll the puff pastry onto its baking parchment. Evenly spread the cooked ham over the entire surface, leaving a small border clear along one long edge.
3. Thinly slice or coarsely grate the provolone cheese and arrange it over the ham, ensuring the entire pastry is well covered.
4. Gently roll up the puff pastry from the long side to form a compact cylinder. Whisk the egg in a small bowl and lightly brush the roll to seal the edge.
5. Cut the roll into slices approximately 1.5-2 cm (approx. ¾ inch) thick. Arrange the pinwheels on the prepared baking tray, spacing them slightly apart. Brush the surface of each pinwheel with the remaining egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 18 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden and puffed. It’s important to monitor the cooking to prevent them from over-browning.

Serving & Leftovers

Serve these pinwheels warm or at room temperature. They are perfect as a starter, appetiser, or snack. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and gently reheated in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition

Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portions.

One Last Thing

This recipe beautifully illustrates how simple steps and quality ingredients can effortlessly create something truly delightful in no time at all. If you’ve enjoyed the ease and speed of these pinwheels, we encourage you to explore more of our SmartKitchen30 recipes, all crafted to make everyday cooking a stress-free and enjoyable experience.