Potato & Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels (Easy Kid-Friendly Snack)

If you’re looking for a quick savory snack that kids absolutely love, these Potato & Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels are the perfect solution.

Made with flaky puff pastry, creamy mashed potatoes, melted cheese, and savory ham, these golden spirals bake up crispy on the outside and soft inside.

They’re easy to prepare, require only a handful of ingredients, and are perfect for after-school snacks, parties, or family appetizers.

The best part? They’re ready in about 30 minutes and can be made with simple ingredients you probably already have at home.

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Cooking Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: about 35–40 minutes

Servings: 6–8 servings

Ingredients 

• 1 sheet puff pastry (round or rectangular)

• 2 medium potatoes, peeled

• 3.5 oz mozzarella cheese, diced (about 1 cup)

• 3 oz cooked ham, finely chopped (optional but kid-friendly)

• 2 tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano, grated

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

• salt, to taste

• ½ teaspoon dried oregano or chopped rosemary (optional)

Optional for brushing

• 1 egg, beaten

• extra Parmigiano Reggiano for topping

Instructions

1. Cook the Potatoes

Peel the potatoes and cut them into small cubes.
Boil them in salted water for 8–10 minutes, until fork-tender.

Drain well and mash them lightly with a fork.

2. Prepare the Filling

Add to the mashed potatoes:

• grated Parmigiano Reggiano

• olive oil

• a pinch of salt

• oregano or rosemary (optional)

Mix until combined.

3. Prepare the Puff Pastry

Unroll the puff pastry sheet on parchment paper.

Spread the potato mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.

Sprinkle on:

• diced mozzarella

• chopped cooked ham.

4. Roll the Pastry

Starting from one side, roll the pastry tightly into a log.

Use a sharp knife to cut 1-inch thick slices, forming pinwheels.

5. Bake

Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the tops lightly with beaten egg and sprinkle with extra Parmigiano Reggiano.

Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, until golden and crispy.

Tips & Tricks

• Make them vegetarian: simply skip the ham.

• Extra crispy top: add a little grated Parmigiano before baking.

• Air fryer option: cook at 360°F for 12–15 minutes.

• Great for lunchboxes: they taste delicious even at room temperature.

Nutritional Facts (Approximate per serving)