Cheese and Charcuterie Pinwheels
All the delicious flavors of a cheese and charcuterie board rolled up into golden, flaky puff pastry pinwheels. Filled with a blend of cheeses, cured meats, and herbs — these bite-sized appetizers are perfect for any festive gathering.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Rolling Pin
- knife
- pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard or honey mustard
- 4 oz thinly sliced salami or prosciutto
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- optional fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth any creases.
- Spread mustard evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border on one long side.
- Layer sliced meats evenly over the mustard, then sprinkle with mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
- Tightly roll up the pastry from the filled side to the border, sealing the edge with egg wash.
- Slice the roll into 1/2-inch rounds and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush tops lightly with remaining egg wash.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
- Cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Use your favorite cured meats like salami, prosciutto, or pepperoni. For variety, try mixing in fig jam or honey mustard before rolling. These can be assembled ahead of time, chilled, and baked just before serving for fresh, flaky results.