Description

Flaky crescent roll dough wrapped around tender roast beef, melty cheese, and baked to golden perfection. Served with a warm au jus for dipping, these pinwheels are an irresistible appetizer or snack!

Ingredients

For the Pinwheels:

1 (8 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
1/2 lb deli roast beef, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded Swiss or provolone cheese
1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional, for extra flavor)
1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried parsley

For the Au Jus:

1 cup beef broth
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp soy sauce
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the dough: Roll out the crescent dough on a lightly floured surface, pressing the seams together to form a single sheet.
Assemble the pinwheels: Spread Dijon mustard (if using) over the dough, then layer with roast beef and shredded cheese.
Roll & slice: Tightly roll up the dough from the long side into a log. Slice into 1-inch rounds and place them cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush & bake: Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder and dried parsley. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
Make the au jus: While the pinwheels bake, heat the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm.

Serve: Let the pinwheels cool for a few minutes, then serve warm with au jus for dipping!

Notes

For a crispy bottom, bake on a greased or parchment-lined cast iron skillet instead of a baking sheet.
Swap Swiss or provolone for mozzarella or cheddar for a different flavor.

If using crescent dough sheets, you won’t need to press seams together.