Description
Deliciously savory Ham and Cheese Sticks wrapped in a flaky crust, perfect for family gatherings or cozy snacks.
Ingredients
- Dough (store-bought puff pastry or homemade with flour, butter, and water)
- Sliced ham (smoked, honey-baked, or leftover holiday ham)
- Cheese (mozzarella and cheddar, or alternatives like gouda or pepper jack)
- Egg wash (beaten egg mixed with water)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough by rolling out store-bought puff pastry or making homemade dough.
- Cut the dough into rectangles of about 4 inches by 6 inches.
- Add the filling of sliced ham and cheese to the center of each rectangle.
- Fold and seal the dough by pinching the edges together and crimping with a fork.
- Brush the tops with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute ham with sautéed mushrooms or spinach. Various cheeses can be used based on preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ham, cheese, snacks, appetizers, comfort food