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Cheese Ham Sticks

Cheese Ham Sticks

Make irresistible Cheese Ham Sticks in 30 minutes! This easy recipe uses puff pastry, ham, and cheese for the perfect golden, flaky party snack or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tubes refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 450 g cooked chicken or turkey ham, thinly sliced
  • 8 cheddar cheese sticks cheddar cheese sticks
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion or onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Small bowl and whisk (or fork) for the glaze
  • Pastry brush
  • Knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and prepare a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Unroll both tubes of crescent dough and cut each triangle in half lengthwise to make 16 long triangles.
  3. Place a slice or two of ham on each piece of dough, then place a cheese stick at the wider end.
  4. Fold the two long sides of the dough over the cheese stick, then roll it up tightly, placing it seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried onion, and poppy seeds to make the glaze.
  6. Brush the glaze generously over each assembled stick, then bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let cool for 1-2 minutes, then transfer to a serving platter and enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Feel free to mix up the cheese or meat! Swiss, Gouda, or turkey ham are great alternatives. Assemble and freeze unbaked sticks for later; just add 3-5 extra minutes to bake from frozen. For a fun presentation, serve on a rustic board with dips like marinara or ranch nearby. Enjoy!
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