Ham Cream Cheese Pickle Pinwheels (Printer View)

Savory pinwheels with ham, cream cheese, and pickles make a quick, crowd-pleasing snack or party bite.

# What you'll need:

→ Main

01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 8 large slices deli ham (approximately 8 ounces)
03 - 6 large whole dill pickles

→ Flavor Enhancers

04 - 1 teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Combine softened cream cheese with dill, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
02 - Pat dill pickles dry using paper towels to eliminate excess surface moisture.
03 - Place a slice of ham flat on a clean cutting board. Spread a thin, even layer of cream cheese mixture over the ham using a spoon or spatula.
04 - Position a whole pickle at one end of the ham slice and roll up tightly to encase the pickle with ham and cream cheese.
05 - Repeat the process with remaining ham slices, cream cheese mixture, and pickles.
06 - Using a sharp knife, cut each roll crosswise into 1/2-inch thick pinwheels.
07 - Arrange pinwheels neatly on a serving platter. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready for presentation.

# Expert Advice:

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  • These pinwheels deliver bold flavor without fuss, perfect for spontaneous gatherings.
  • Everyone raves about the satisfying crunch and irresistible creaminess—you’ll see empty platters before you know it.
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  • If you skip drying the pickles, the pinwheels will be soggy and fall apart—trust me, I’ve learned the hard way.
  • Soft cream cheese is crucial; cold, hard cheese tears the ham and makes spreading a struggle.
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  • Always use a sharp knife and clean it between cuts—the spirals stay pristine and appetizer trays look polished.
  • Adding dill and pepper directly to the cream cheese lifts the flavor and keeps pinwheels from tasting flat.
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