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Italian Pinwheels
These easy baked Italian Pinwheels are the perfect bite-size appetizer or party snack to pair with a cold beverage, a glass of wine, or your favorite cocktail. A prep-ahead option with just 10 minutes of effort!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 21 mins
Servings: 4 - 6 people (about 13-14 total pinwheels)
Calories: 120 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated pie crust (half of a 14.1-ounce Pillsbury package)
- 2-3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 ounces prosciutto (about 6 very thin slices)
- ¾ cup grated Mozzarella cheese
- 1-2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning (or more to taste)
- Optional garnish: chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or basil
Instructions
- Allow the refrigerated pie crust to sit on the counter for about 10-15 minutes.
- Unroll the crust into a flat circle.
- Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on top of the pie crust, reaching all of the way to the edges.
- Top with a single layer of prosciutto; overlapping in some places is fine.
- Add mozzarella and Parmesan; sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Tightly roll up the pie crust, pressing gently to seal the seam. Wrap in foil; refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil that has been sprayed lightly with nonstick spray.
- Remove the foil wrap and slice the roll crosswise into ½-inch thick rounds. You should have about 13-14 rounds. I typically discard the tapered ends. Arrange pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-11 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the pastry is golden brown. Cool slightly, then serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
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Notes
- Adjust the ingredients to suit your tastes. I tried to include exact measurements here, but it's really not necessary. Just eyeball it as you go -- you may need a little less ham, a little more seasoning, or a little more cheese. Since the ham is salty, I try to go easy on the Parmesan. Otherwise, you can't mess these up!
- After slicing, use a spatula to transfer the rounds onto the baking sheet. This provides a flat surface beneath each round to catch any cheese or seasoning that might otherwise fall out.
- Garnish with fresh herbs to highlight the Italian flavors in the pinwheels and to add a bright touch of color.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1pinwheel
Calories
120kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
8mg
(3%)
Sodium
180mg
(8%)
Potassium
39mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
49IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
58mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6 people (about 13-14 total pinwheels)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1pinwheel | |
| Calories | 120kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 49IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.