Save 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 enjoy making these star-shaped roll-ups for family get-togethers because they are fun to eat and always disappear quickly.
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.
Pin it My family loves gathering around the table to enjoy these easy and colorful roll-ups especially during holidays.
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
Pin it These roll-ups make a delightful and visually appealing appetizer sure to impress your guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make these roll-ups vegetarian?
Yes, omit the deli meats and double the cheese or add roasted vegetables for a vegetarian option.
- → What bread works best for these roll-ups?
Soft white sandwich bread works well, but whole wheat or multigrain can be used for extra fiber and flavor.
- → How do I keep the roll-ups from unrolling?
Press the bread flat with a rolling pin before spreading fillings, roll tightly, and trim the ends for neat slices.
- → Are these roll-ups suitable for parties?
Yes, their bite-sized star shapes make them perfect for festive gatherings and easy serving.
- → Can I prepare these in advance?
They can be assembled ahead and refrigerated for a few hours, but cutting into stars is best done shortly before serving.