Cheese and Charcuterie Pinwheels
These Cheese and Charcuterie Pinwheels are an easy, elegant appetizer that combine the best parts of a charcuterie board — savory meats, creamy cheese, and herbs — all rolled up in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for parties or holiday gatherings!
Servings: 20 pieces
Calories: 120kcal
Cost: 12
Equipment
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- knife
- pastry brush
- oven
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 3 oz thinly sliced prosciutto or salami
- 3 oz sliced cheese (Swiss, provolone, or cheddar)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Brush with Dijon mustard evenly.
- Layer sliced meats and cheese evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border on one side. Sprinkle with thyme if using.
- Starting from one long edge, tightly roll up the pastry into a log. Brush the edge with egg wash to seal.
- Slice the log into ½-inch rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up. Brush tops lightly with remaining egg wash.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use any combination of cured meats like prosciutto, salami, or ham, and cheeses such as Swiss, cheddar, or provolone. Serve warm or at room temperature. These pinwheels can be prepared ahead and baked right before serving.