My neighbor Helen brought it to every potluck from 1975 to 2010 and it vanished before anyone sat down. Still the first thing requested at every holiday open house
These Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Flaky Savory Party Pinwheels feature crisp, buttery puff pastry rolled up with cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and savory chopped ham. Baked until golden brown and puffed, these bite-sized appetizers are effortless to make and perfect for any gathering.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Frozen puff pastry, thawed | 1 sheet |
| Cream cheese, softened | 4 ounces |
| Sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded | 1 cup |
| Cooked ham, finely chopped | 1/2 cup |
Step-By-Step Directions:
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Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly flour a work surface and unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet.
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Mix filling: In a small bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, and chopped ham until smooth and combined.
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Assemble log: Spread the filling in an even layer across the puff pastry sheet, leaving a small border along the edges. Starting from one long edge, roll the pastry up tightly into a log.
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Slice and arrange: Slice the log into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Place the pinwheels cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
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Bake: Bake for 16 to 20 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and deeply golden brown.
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Cool and serve: Allow the pinwheels to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving warm.
