Description
Deliciously crispy Ham and Cheese Sticks that are perfect for any snack or appetizer occasion, making them a beloved family favorite.
Ingredients
- Store-bought puff pastry or homemade dough
- Good quality deli-cut ham
- Cheddar cheese (or mozzarella/gouda)
- Melted butter
- Garlic powder, onion powder, or fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough by thawing puff pastry according to package instructions and rolling it out on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the rolled dough into rectangles, approximately 4 inches wide.
- Place a slice of ham and a generous amount of cheese in the center of each rectangle.
- Fold the dough over and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the melted butter generously over each stick.
- Sprinkle any desired seasonings on top.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Avoid overfilling the sticks to prevent leaks during baking. Use a tight seal when sealing the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: ham and cheese sticks, appetizer, comfort food, family recipe, easy snacks