Ham and Cheese Pinwheels Recipe

5 from 1 vote

The pinwheels are irresistibly crunchy, baked to golden perfection. Even before baking, the garlic butter is rich and flavorful, with the Parmesan cheese adding a subtle texture that enhances the snack-like appeal. Each bite is layered with aromatic, herby butter that melts beautifully into the bread and ham, creating a deliciously savory experience.

Prep Time20

Cook Time8

Total Time28

Course: Lunch, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cheese, ham, kids lunch, pinwheel, pinwheels, snack

Servings: servings

Calories: 159kcal

Author: Tara Noland

Equipment

Ingredients

1 stick unsalted butter soften (113g)
2 Tablespoons minced garlic
1 Tablespoon finely diced onions
2 Tablespoons dried parsley
½ teaspoon rosemary freshly chopped
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 thinly sliced ham
8 white bread slices

Instructions

Steps:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).

Garlic Butter Spread:

Place softened butter in a mixing bowl.
Add garlic, onion, parsley, rosemary, and salt. Stir until well combined.
Add grated Parmesan cheese into the mixture and stir until fully incorporated

Pinwheel Bread:

Generously spread the garlic butter on one side of each bread slice.
Place one slice of ham on the buttered side of the bread.
Make small slant cuts on each side of the bread and ham (refer to process photo 11 for placement).
Fold the four edges inward, overlapping each other one by one in a clockwise pattern.
Tuck the last edge under the first to secure the shape. Press gently to hold it in place, forming a neat pinwheel.

Baking of pinwheel bread:

Place the shaped bread on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 8 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves or parsley before serving.

Notes

See the post for more information, photos and tips.

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