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Easy Freezer-Friendly Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

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These easy freezer-friendly ham and cheese pinwheels are the perfect grab-and-go lunch or snack. Made with crescent roll dough, cream cheese, ham, and cheddar, they’re quick to assemble and freeze beautifully for busy weeks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 6 ounces thinly sliced deli ham
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Unroll the crescent dough onto a clean work surface. If using perforated dough, press the seams together firmly to form a solid rectangle.
  4. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the entire surface of the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border along the long edge opposite you.
  5. Layer the ham slices over the cream cheese, overlapping them slightly.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the ham. Press it down gently with your hand.
  7. Roll the dough tightly starting from the long edge closest to you. When you reach the bare edge, press it gently into the roll to seal.
  8. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Slice the log into 12 even pieces, about 3/4-inch thick each.
  10. Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  11. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning if using.
  12. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For freezing unbaked: After slicing, place pinwheels on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag. To bake from frozen, place on a baking sheet, brush with butter, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes. For freezing baked: Let cool completely, then store in a single layer in a freezer-safe container. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8-10 minutes or microwave for 30-45 seconds.

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