Ham and Cheese Pinwheels Recipe

The pinwheels are irresistibly crunchy, baked to golden perfection. Even before baking, the garlic butter is rich and flavorful, with the Parmesan cheese adding a subtle texture that enhances the snack-like appeal. Each bite is layered with aromatic, herby butter that melts beautifully into the bread and ham, creating a deliciously savory experience.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 stick unsalted butter (soften (113g))
• 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 Tablespoon finely diced onions
• 2 Tablespoons dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon rosemary (freshly chopped)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 8 thinly sliced ham
• 8 white bread slices

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- Steps: ---
2. 2Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
3. 3--- Garlic Butter Spread: ---
4. 4Place softened butter in a mixing bowl.
5. 5Add garlic, onion, parsley, rosemary, and salt. Stir until well combined.
6. 6Add grated Parmesan cheese into the mixture and stir until fully incorporated
7. 7--- Pinwheel Bread: ---
8. 8Generously spread the garlic butter on one side of each bread slice.
9. 9Place one slice of ham on the buttered side of the bread.
10. 10Make small slant cuts on each side of the bread and ham (refer to process photo 11 for placement).
11. 11Fold the four edges inward, overlapping each other one by one in a clockwise pattern.
12. 12Tuck the last edge under the first to secure the shape. Press gently to hold it in place, forming a neat pinwheel.
13. 13--- Baking of pinwheel bread: ---
14. 14Place the shaped bread on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 8 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
15. 15Garnish with fresh basil leaves or parsley before serving.