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Ham and Cheese Pretzel Pinwheels

  • Author: Eden
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Easy, salty, and savory pinwheels made with crescent roll dough, ham, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or quick appetizers.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can (8 oz / 270g) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (100g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8–10 slices (200g) cooked deli-style ham
  • 2 oz (50g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon coarse pretzel salt
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds or sesame seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently roll it into a 12×10 inch rectangle, sealing any seams.
  3. Spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
  4. Layer the ham slices over the cream cheese and sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly on top. Add Dijon mustard if using.
  5. Starting from a long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log, tucking in the filling as you go. Pinch the seam to seal.
  6. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 1-inch slices and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spaced 1 inch apart.
  7. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle generously with pretzel salt.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until golden brown and puffed. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep the dough cold to prevent tearing. Leave a border around the edges to prevent filling from oozing out. For make-ahead options, freeze unbaked pinwheels on a baking sheet before transferring to a bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to baking time.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 9
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Carbohydrates: 18
  • Protein: 8

Keywords: ham and cheese pinwheels, crescent roll recipes, lunchbox ideas, after school snacks, easy appetizers, pretzel bites, kid friendly snacks

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