Save to Pinterest Festive, bite-sized sandwiches featuring assorted deli meats and cheeses rolled in soft bread, then cut into playful star shapes perfect for parties and gatherings.
I love serving these star-shaped roll-ups at family gatherings where both kids and adults enjoy the festive look and tasty flavors.
Ingredients
- Bread: 8 slices soft white sandwich bread crusts removed
- Fillings: 8 slices deli turkey 8 slices deli ham 8 slices Swiss cheese 8 slices cheddar cheese
- Spreads: 4 tbsp cream cheese softened 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Vegetables: 1 cup baby spinach leaves 1 small red bell pepper thinly sliced
- Garnish (optional): Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Lay out the bread slices on a flat surface and gently flatten with a rolling pin.
- Step 2:
- Mix cream cheese mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture evenly over each bread slice.
- Step 4:
- Layer one slice each of turkey ham Swiss cheese and cheddar cheese on each bread slice.
- Step 5:
- Add a few spinach leaves and strips of red bell pepper on top of the meats and cheeses.
- Step 6:
- Starting from one edge tightly roll up each bread slice into a log.
- Step 7:
- Using a sharp knife trim the ends then slice each roll into 3 equal pieces.
- Step 8:
- Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut each piece into a star shape.
- Step 9:
- Arrange the star roll-ups on a platter and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings smiles around our family table especially during holidays and celebrations.
Required Tools
Rolling pin sharp knife small star-shaped cookie cutter mixing bowl cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (bread) Milk (cheese cream cheese) Eggs (mayonnaise check label) Mustard May contain Soy (bread mayonnaise) depending on brand Always verify ingredient labels for potential allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 90 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 5 g per serving
Save to Pinterest These festive roll-ups add a playful touch to any event and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I make these roll-ups vegetarian?
Yes, omit the deli meats and add extra cheese or roasted vegetables to maintain flavor and texture.
- → What bread types work best for rolling?
Soft white sandwich bread works best, but whole wheat or multigrain can be used for added fiber and flavor.
- → How can I keep the bread from tearing when rolling?
Gently flatten the bread slices with a rolling pin before spreading the mixture to make rolling easier without tearing.
- → What can I use instead of cream cheese spread?
A smooth blend of mayonnaise and mustard alone can be used, though cream cheese adds extra creaminess and helps hold the roll together.
- → How should I store the roll-ups before serving?
Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve to keep them fresh and maintain shape.
- → Can these roll-ups be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, assembling and cutting in advance saves time. Keep refrigerated and cut into star shapes just before serving for best presentation.