Prosciutto, Sage & Gruyere Puff Pastry Pinwheels
These Prosciutto, Sage & Gruyere Puff Pastry Pinwheels are a delicious savoury bite for the holiday season!
You only need 5 key ingredients to make this appetizer.
Make this perfect appetizer for all of your holiday gatherings!
If you love my apricot jam and goat cheese puff pastry pinwheels, you’ll love the savory flavors in this quick appetizer!
why you’ll love these puff pastry bites
- These pinwheels make a great party food becuase you can make them ahead of time.
- You only need 5 key ingredients to make this appetizer.
- It’s an elevated version of a classic ham & cheese pinwheel appetizer so it’s a favourite flavour combination!
Ingredients needed to make these puff pastry pinwheels
Puff pastry: store-bought puff pastry that is defrosted is all you need for this recipe, just one sheet of puff pastry is needed
Dijon mustard: dijon mustard works the best with the rest of the savory flavors in this recipe
Prosciutto: thinly sliced salty prosciutto goes beautifully with the tangy dijon mustard and buttery puff pastry
Gruyère cheese: shredded gruyere cheese is a creamy addition which pairs lovely with the prosciutto and dijon mustard; however, you can also use an old cheddar cheese or swiss cheese in it’s place if needed.
Sage: fresh sage leaves add the perfect herbaceous touch to this appetizer.
Egg wash: brush egg wash on the pinwheels before baking for a beautiful golden colour when baked!
How to make this sage prosciutto puff pastry appetizer
Step 1: On a piece of parchment paper, roll out the defrosted puff pastry sheet into about 10×10 inch square.
Step 2: Spread mustard on the puff pastry, leaving a 1/2 inch border.
Step 3: Layer the prosciutto slices side-by-side on top of the mustard, try not to overlap them too much. Sprinkle the cheese evenly across the prosciutto slices and then sprinkle over the freshly minced sage.
Step 4: Start from the bottom and tightly / gently roll up into a log. Wrap the log in the parchment paper or plastic wrap and place in the freezer for 10 minutes while you preheat the oven to 400F.
Step 5: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 6: After 10 minutes, remove the puff pastry log from the freezer and cut into 1/2 inch slices using a sharp or serrated knife. You’ll end up with about 18-22 pinwheels.
Step 7: Transfer pinwheels to the baking sheet, making sure to leave space between each pinwheel and use a pastry brush to brush the top and sides of each pinwheel with egg wash (1 egg whisked with 1 tbsp water) if desired.
Step 8: Bake pinwheels for 22-28 minutes until golden brown. Leave on the baking sheet to cool.
Step 9: Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes and then serve on a plate, sprinkling on more fresh minced sage leaves if desired.
Expert tips
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Make an egg wash by whisking 1 egg with a tablespoon of water. This is going to help the pinwheels get a gorgrous golden brown colour in the oven!
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Be sure to take your puff pastry out of the freezer ahead of time so it has time to fully defrost before make this appetizer; generally you can defrost the puff pastry overnight in the fridge.
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To get extra clean slices when slicing the puff pastry log, use a serrated knife.
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Get creative and serve these as a part of a cheese plate or cheese board too!
Common Questions
Can I make these pinwheels ahead of time?
These flaky puff pastry pinwheels are best enjoyed fresh from the oven! You could make them an hour or two in advance, then warm them up in the oven at 300F for 5 minutes. They’re also delicious at room temperature!
What kind of cheese can I use instead of gruyere cheese?
An old cheddar cheese or swiss cheese would work well in place of gruyere cheese.
Can I bake and freeze these puff pastry pinwheels for later?
YES! Bake the pinwheels and then allow them to fully cool. Arrange the baked pinwheels in a flat layer on a baking sheet and then freeze completely. Transfer the frozen pinwheels to an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to one month. Reheat the pinwheels directly from frozen on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 350F until warmed through.
Will phyllo pastry work instead of puff pastry?
Phyllo pastry is much thinner than puff pastry and is made with different ingredients, so I wouldn’t recommend using it for this recipe.
How to store these sage prosciutto puff pastry pinwheels
These pinwheels are best served fresh from the oven! I don’t recommend storing them for longer than 2-3 hours. If you’d like to freeze these pinwheels, see my tips in the common questions section above!
More puff pastry recipes to make from the blog
Apricot Jam and Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Easy Puff Pastry Asparagus Tart with Gruyere Cheese
Viral Upside Down Puff Pastry Dessert Tarts Recipe
Prosciutto, Sage & Gruyere Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Ingredients
- 1 sheet defrosted puff pastry
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 3 pieces thinly sliced prosciutto
- 1/2 cup shredded gruyere cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh minced sage plus more for garnish
- Optional: Egg wash (1 egg with 1 tbsp water)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large pot.
- Add in the garlic and onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to brown.
- Add in your frozen peas, salt and pepper and stir occasionally, for about 1 minute.
- Next, pour in the vegetable broth and turn the heat up to high for about 5 minutes until it comes to a boil.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let sit 5-10 minutes to cool slightly.
- Then, blend the soup in the pot using an immersion blender or in batches using a stand blender.
- Once the soup is blended, heat on medium-low in the pot for about 5 minutes, taste and add additional salt and pepper to your liking.
- Serve with a drizzle of greek yogurt, your favourite crackers or grilled cheese!
Notes
- Chicken tacos: serve chicken with grilled tortillas, avocados, salsa, fresh cilantro, cabbage coleslaw mix and cilantro.
- Chicken bowls: serve with rice, pickled onions and cilantro.
- Serve with grilled veggies and your favourite grain.
- Chicken burrito bowls: serve with brown rice, black beans, chopped romaine lettuce, corn, avocado and shredded cheese.
- Make these barbecue chicken nachos with this chili lime chicken for an extra boost of flavour!
Can I make these and keep frozen raw and then bake them?
Great question! I have not tested them baked from frozen, however, most pinwheels can be frozen and then baked. Here is my suggestion: Assemble the pinwheels according to the recipe. Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze until solid. Transfer the frozen pinwheels to a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 weeks in the freezer. When ready to bake, place the frozen pinwheels on a baking sheet and bake according to the recipe instructions, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time since baking from frozen.
I hope that helps! Let me know how it goes!