Ham and Cheese Pinwheels - My Gorgeous Recipes (2024)

FAQs

How long do pinwheels need to be refrigerated? ›

These pinwheels taste great both warm and at room temperature, so they're ideal for entertaining. How Long will Pinwheels Keep in the Refrigerator? You can store pinwheels in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Make sure to reheat them in the oven before serving so the pastry can crisp back up.

They hold up really well in the fridge so you can prep lunch a few days out. Just grab a tortilla and your favorite cold cuts and get ready to roll! I love serving these pinwheels with a side of fruit salad and pretzels! Or, make some of my favorite Healthy Macaroni Salad for the ultimate summer meal!

Storing - you can eat puff pasty scrolls straight from the oven (SO good!) or let them cool completely and store them in an airtight container. Freezing - pinwheels can be frozen un-baked, or baked.

You can absolutely enjoy these cold, but if you want to reheat them I recommend using an oven or an airfryer, rather than a microwave. To ensure they stay nice and crispy rather than getting soggy. In the oven, try 5-10 minutes at 160C. In the airfryer, 5 minutes at 160C does the job nicely.

Store any leftover pinwheel sandwiches in an airtight container—but not for too long! Gobbling them up within a day or two is the tastiest option. If you wait any longer, they can get soggy.

Tightly roll up each of the tortillas and wrap each one in foil or plastic wrap; refrigerate the pinwheels overnight. Before serving, slice each roll up into ¼-inch slices. Arrange them on a platter or feed them to your ravenous family as you slice them.

They're easy to assemble, look great on a platter, and are ideal for a party. To make them, you'll layer flour tortillas with ranch-flavored mayonnaise, sliced cheese, deli meats, and lettuce. All that's left to do is roll them up tightly and slice.

Serve on a party platter.

Pinwheel sandwiches are a perfect party food. Because they look great as a finger food, you should put some effort into the way you present them on a platter. The most common way to do this is to ring them around the perimeter of the platter, working your way in as you fill the tray.

It's so easy to learn how to make pinwheel sandwiches. Just lay your preferred fillings onto the wrapper of your choice, roll up, chill, slice, skewer, and serve. Have fun making the sandwiches your own special way suited to your party's theme or the tastes of you and your guests. You hardly even need a recipe.

Can you freeze pinwheels? Yes, pinwheels freeze very well for up to two months. To freeze, line the pinwheels on a baking sheet or platter so they aren't touching and place in the freezer to flash freeze. Freeze until solid, about 2 hours then transfer to a freezer-safe storage bag.

Can I freeze pinwheels? ›

These will keep for up to four days in the refrigerator once they're made. You can also freeze pinwheels for up to two months. Freeze them individually on a baking sheet lined with wax paper or parchment, and then transfer to a zip-close bag.

Before making the pastries, start by thawing the puff pastry sheet. Remove it from the freezer and let it sit on the counter for 30 minutes before using. You can also microwave the pastry wrapped in paper towel for 15 seconds on each side to speed up the thawing process.

Is pinwheel sandwich is hot or cold? Some pinwheel recipes such as my Pesto Pinwheels and Cheese and Bacon Pinwheels are best served hot. This recipe however, is best served at room temperature, or straight from the fridge.

Pinwheels can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer before consuming.

It's always recommend to leave pastry resting in the fridge for at least an hour so the butter can cool back down and the gluten can relax. This will generally make for better eating.

Remove it from the freezer and let it sit on the counter for 30 minutes before using. You can also microwave the pastry wrapped in paper towel for 15 seconds on each side to speed up the thawing process. You can make a homemade puff pastry recipe, use store-bought, or even use pie dough to make pinwheels.

Seam side down - Place the seam side down when cutting the wraps. This is another way to ensure that your wrap doesn't fall apart when you're slicing it. Less equals more - Don't overdo it with your fillings! Pinwheel rolls are much harder to cut, eat, and hold together if they're stuffed full of ingredients.