Ham & Cheese Pinwheels (Baked)

Ingredients

• 1 sheetpuff pastry or crescent dough
• Sliced deli ham, sliced cheddar or American cheese
• 1egg for egg wash

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Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   On a lightly floured surface, unroll or gently roll out the puff pastry (or crescent dough, pinching any seams together) into an even rectangle.

3. 3

   Layer the sliced deli ham over the dough in a single layer, covering it edge to edge, then layer the sliced cheese on top of the ham.

4. 4

   Starting from one long edge, roll the dough up tightly into a log, keeping the roll even so the pinwheels bake uniformly.

5. 5

   Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 1-inch rounds and arrange them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.

6. 6

   Whisk the egg with a splash of water to make an egg wash, then brush it lightly over the top of each pinwheel for a shiny, golden finish.

7. 7

   Bake for 15 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown and the cheese is melted.

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8. 8

   Let the pinwheels cool on the pan for a couple of minutes before serving, since the melted cheese will be very hot.