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Honey Dijon Ham & Swiss Pinwheels

Nettie
These honey Dijon ham and Swiss pinwheels are flaky, cheesy, and easy to prep ahead—perfect for stress-free holiday entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 24 pinwheels
Calories 167 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sheets puff pastry 1 box, thawed
  • 1½ cups ham finely chopped
  • 1½ cups Swiss cheese or Gruyère-shredded
  • 3 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Unfold puff pastry and lightly roll to smooth seams.
  • Spread a thin layer of honey Dijon mustard over each sheet.
  • Sprinkle evenly with chopped ham and Swiss cheese.
  • Roll tightly from the long side into a log.
  • Slice into ½-inch pinwheels.
  • Place pinwheels cut-side down on baking sheet.
  • Whisk egg and water together and brush tops lightly.
  • Bake 15–18 minutes, until puffed and golden.
  • Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

When it comes to the nutrition information provided for recipes, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s just an estimate. The actual nutritional values can vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Be mindful that any nutritional information provided is intended as a general guideline rather than exact values.

How to Freeze Honey Dijon Ham & Swiss Pinwheels (After Baking)

1. Cool Completely

After baking, let the pinwheels cool fully to room temperature. Any warmth will cause condensation and sogginess in the freezer.

2. Flash Freeze

Place the cooled pinwheels in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1–2 hours, until firm.

3. Store Properly

Transfer frozen pinwheels to:
  • A freezer-safe zip-top bag or
  • An airtight container
Label with the date.
Freezer life: Up to 2 months for best quality.

How to Reheat from Frozen (Best Texture)

Skip thawing — go straight from freezer to oven.
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F
  2. Place frozen pinwheels on a parchment-lined baking sheet
  3. Heat for 10–15 minutes, until hot and crisp
This keeps the puff pastry flaky and the cheese melty.

Important Tips

  • ❌ Do not microwave from frozen (they’ll turn chewy)
  • ❌ Avoid reheating at very high heat (can dry out the pastry)
  • ✔️ Oven or air fryer works best

Nutrition

Serving: 2pinwheelsCalories: 167kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 179mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 66IUCalcium: 64mgIron: 1mg
Keyword easy holiday appetizer, ham and swiss puff pastry, honey dijon ham & swiss pinwheels, puff pastry pinwheels
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