Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Ready in about 21 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Spirals of puff pastry rolled with ham, cheese and mustard, baked into flaky golden swirls. These crowd-pleasing bites are as good warm from the basket as they are packed in a lunchbox.

Ingredients

  • 1 x 320 g sheet puff pastry
  • 8 slices cooked ham
  • 120 g grated cheese
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 egg, beaten

Method

  1. 1Unroll the pastry and spread with a thin layer of mustard.
  2. 2Lay the ham over the top and scatter with cheese.
  3. 3Roll up tightly from the long edge, then slice into 12 rounds.
  4. 4Preheat the air fryer to 180°C/360°F and line with perforated paper.
  5. 5Place the pinwheels cut-side up and brush with beaten egg.
  6. 6Air fry for 8-10 minutes until puffed, golden and crisp.

Tips for the best results

  • Chill the roll for 15 minutes before slicing for neat spirals.
  • Leave space between them as they expand while cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer ham and cheese pinwheels?+

Cook at 180°C / 360°F for 8-10 min.

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