Baked Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
17 mins
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Total Time
27 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
353 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Baked Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Description
This recipe employs crescent dough sheet as the base, topped with thinly sliced ham and shredded cheddar cheese for a melty, savory filling. Rolling the dough into a log and slicing it reveals the pinwheel shape, while brushing with melted butter mixed with garlic powder enhances browning and imparts a subtle garlicky richness. Baking at 425°F crisps the outer dough layers, creating a golden crust that contrasts with the soft and chewy interior.
The pinwheels’ size and shape make them handy finger foods suitable for snacks, lunches, or party plates. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Using shredded cheese rather than slices is noted to improve melt and ease of rolling, and drying ham if watery prevents sogginess.
The recipe includes tips for storing in the refrigerator for several days or freezing for up to one month, enabling convenient make-ahead preparation. Using a whole crescent dough sheet simplifies rolling and helps keep the pinwheels intact.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces crescent dough tube sheet
- ½ pound ham sliced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 3 Tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper and set aside.
- Unroll the crescent dough.
- Layer the ham onto the dough and sprinkle the cheese over the ham.
- Roll the dough up from a long edge into a log and slice it into 12 equal pieces.
- Place the pinwheels onto the sheet pan.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and garlic powder. Brush the butter over the pinwheels.
- Place in preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for 17-20 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Store cooled pinwheels covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days to maintain freshness.
- Freeze fully cooled pinwheels in an airtight container for up to one month for convenient make-ahead snacks.
- If a crescent dough sheet is unavailable, use an unseparated crescent roll can and avoid tearing it apart before layering.
- Shredded cheese works best for melting and rolling tightly into the dough.
- Use a sheet of parchment paper to assist with rolling the dough and filling evenly.
- Pat ham dry if it is watery to prevent soggy dough.
- Twelve slices of cheddar cheese may substitute for shredded cheese but can be harder to roll tightly.
- These pinwheels can be served cold, making them suitable for packed lunches or on-the-go snacks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 353 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 353kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 914mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 130mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.05g | 0% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 364IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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