Star-Shaped Deli Roll-ups (Print Version)

Bite-sized deli roll-ups with meats, cheeses, and soft bread, cut into playful star shapes for festive occasions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 8 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed

→ Fillings

02 - 8 slices deli turkey
03 - 8 slices deli ham
04 - 8 slices Swiss cheese
05 - 8 slices cheddar cheese

→ Spreads

06 - 4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
07 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
08 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
10 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced

→ Garnish

11 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Lay out the bread slices on a flat surface and gently flatten each with a rolling pin.
02 - Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl until smooth.
03 - Evenly spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture over each bread slice.
04 - Place one slice each of turkey, ham, Swiss cheese, and cheddar cheese atop each bread slice.
05 - Top the layered meats and cheeses with a few baby spinach leaves and thin strips of red bell pepper.
06 - Starting from one edge, tightly roll each bread slice into a log shape.
07 - Trim the ends with a sharp knife and slice each roll into three equal pieces.
08 - Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut each piece into star-shaped rolls.
09 - Arrange the star-shaped roll-ups on a platter and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and serve at parties
  • Fun star-shaped presentation for kids and guests
02 -
  • For vegetarian roll-ups omit the meats and double the cheese or add roasted vegetables
  • Try whole wheat or multigrain bread for added fiber
03 -
  • Remove crusts completely for easier rolling and cleaner edges
  • Use a sharp knife and press firmly when cutting stars to maintain shape
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