Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels

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## 👩‍🍳 **Instructions:**

### 1. **Preheat & Prep:**
Preheat your oven to **400°F (200°C)** and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

### 2. **Roll It Out:**
Gently roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle (if it isn’t already).

### 3. **Layer the Goodness:**
Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over the pastry. Then evenly lay down slices of ham, followed by a generous sprinkle of cheese.

### 4. **Roll & Slice:**
Roll the pastry up tightly from the long side, like a jelly roll. Slice into ½ to ¾ inch rounds.

### 5. **Bake to Golden Perfection:**
Place pinwheels flat on the baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg for that beautiful golden shine. Bake for **15–18 minutes**, or until puffed and golden brown.

### 6. **Serve & Enjoy:**
Let them cool slightly before serving—they’re best warm and melty!

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## 💡 **Tips & Variations:**

– **Add herbs** like rosemary or thyme inside for an herby twist.
– Swap ham for **turkey**, **bacon**, or **prosciutto**.
– Make it spicy with a bit of **jalapeño** or a touch of **hot honey** drizzled after baking.
– These also freeze *beautifully*! Just freeze before baking, then pop them straight into the oven when ready.

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## 🥳 **Perfect For…**

– Brunch spreads
– Appetizers at parties or game nights
– School lunchboxes
– A cheeky breakfast-for-dinner moment

These ham and cheese puff pastry pinwheels are everything we love in a recipe: crispy, melty, and ready in minutes. Once you try them, they’ll quickly become a regular in your snack rotation.

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