30-Minute Ham and Swiss Double Pinwheels
Savory appetizer pinwheels featuring a creamy ham and cream cheese filling wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. The double-roll technique creates beautiful spiral layers studded with melted Swiss and Parmesan cheeses plus fresh green onions. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or game day gatherings where you need finger foods that look impressive but come together quickly. The combination of salty ham, nutty Swiss, and tangy Parmesan creates a crowd-pleasing flavor profile that appeals to all ages.
Ingredients
- ¼ lb cooked ham, cut into pieces
- 1 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls or Crescent Dough Sheet
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 350°F and spray cookie sheet with cooking spray
- 2
Process ham and cream cheese in food processor until smooth and well blended
- 3
Unroll dough into large rectangle and press into 13x8-inch rectangle, sealing perforations if using crescent rolls
- 4
Spread ham mixture evenly over rectangle
- 5
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, Swiss cheese and green onions
- 6
Roll up both short sides of rectangle toward center
- 7
Cut into 16 slices with serrated knife and place cut side down on cookie sheet
- 8
Bake 13 to 17 minutes until edges are golden brown
- 9
Remove immediately from cookie sheet and serve warm
Tips
Use a serrated knife for clean cuts that won't compress the delicate dough layers
Make sure cream cheese is fully softened for easier processing and smoother filling
Serve immediately while warm for best texture and melted cheese experience
Good to Know
refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days, reheat in oven for best texture
can assemble and refrigerate uncut rolls up to 4 hours before baking
best served warm immediately after baking
Common Mistakes
don't skip sealing perforations or filling will leak out
use serrated knife to avoid compressing the rolls when cutting
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the rolled logs and refrigerate up to 4 hours before slicing and baking. Add 2-3 extra minutes to baking time if going straight from fridge to oven.
What if I don't have a food processor?
Finely chop the ham by hand and mix with softened cream cheese using a fork. The texture won't be as smooth but will still taste great.
How long do these keep?
Store leftover pinwheels in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness.