Description
Crispy and golden Ham and Cheese Sticks filled with savory ham and gooey cheese, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of puff pastry or crescent roll dough
- 8 slices of thinly sliced smoked or honey-glazed ham
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg, whisked with 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out your puff pastry on a floured surface or unroll the crescent roll dough.
- Cut the dough into rectangular pieces.
- Place a slice of ham on each piece, followed by a generous amount of cheese and a sprinkle of herbs.
- Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges firmly. Use a fork to crimp the edges for decoration.
- Brush each stick with the egg wash for color.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 15-20 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For a healthier twist, consider using whole-grain dough. You can also freeze the sticks either before or after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ham, cheese, appetizer, snacks, party food