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Easy Turkey Cheddar Pinwheel Lunchbox Rolls

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These warm, soft pinwheel rolls are packed with turkey and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for quick snacks or lunchboxes. They are simple to make, forgiving for beginners, and great for busy parents.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) warm water, about 110°F (43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 ounces (170g) sliced turkey breast, thinly sliced or chopped
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces / 170g)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by combining warm water, sugar, and instant yeast in a large mixing bowl. Stir gently and wait 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture, pour in olive oil, and mix until a shaggy dough forms. Add flour gradually if too sticky.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes.
  4. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 45 minutes to 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a small bowl for the filling and set aside.
  6. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12×15-inch rectangle.
  7. Spread the mayo-mustard mixture evenly over the dough, then layer turkey slices and shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  8. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice into 12 equal pinwheels using a sharp knife or dental floss.
  9. Place pinwheels cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Cover loosely and let rise for 20-30 minutes until puffy.
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush pinwheels with egg wash and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melty.
  11. Let rolls cool for 5 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

Notes

If cheese spills out during baking, tuck it back in before the second rise. Use water at about 110°F to activate yeast properly. Dough should be tacky but not sticky; add flour gradually. Allow two rises for fluffy rolls. Rolls can be prepared up to second rise and refrigerated overnight before baking.

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