Ham Cream Cheese Pickle Pinwheels (Printable)

Creamy ham pinwheels with pickles make flavorful, easy bite-sized snacks ideal for parties or casual entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main

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

→ Flavor Enhancers (optional)

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

# How-To:

01 - Combine softened cream cheese, finely chopped dill, garlic powder, and freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl. Mix until smooth.
02 - Pat whole dill pickles dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
03 - Lay a slice of deli ham flat on a clean cutting board. Spread a thin, even layer of the cream cheese mixture over the ham.
04 - Place a whole pickle at one end of the ham slice and roll tightly, encasing the pickle in ham and cream cheese.
05 - Repeat layering, rolling, and enclosing with remaining ham slices, cream cheese, and pickles.
06 - Slice each roll crosswise into pinwheels 1/2 inch thick. Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The creamy, tangy filling surprises every taste bud—it's always a conversation starter.
  • They're easy to make ahead and no oven means less stress on party days.
02 -
  • Once I rushed and forgot to dry the pickles—everything unraveled and made a mess, so always pat them dry.
  • Using chilled ham makes cleaner cuts and makes the pinwheels hold their shape much better.
03 -
  • If you overfill with cream cheese, rolls burst—use a thin layer for best results.
  • Fresh herbs make a difference, but even dried dill works in a pinch.
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