Description
Cheesy Ham & Cheese Sticks are the ultimate snack, combining gooey mozzarella and savory ham wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for movie nights or parties, these crispy delights are quick to prepare and sure to satisfy cravings. With a golden finish and irresistible flavor, they’re bound to become a favorite at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup diced ham (smoked or honey-baked)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 egg mixed with 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a clean surface and cut each sheet into rectangles about 3 inches wide and 6 inches long.
- On one half of each rectangle, place a slice of ham followed by a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
- Fold the empty half over the filled side and seal the edges using a fork.
- Brush each stick with the egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding sautéed veggies like spinach or swapping ham for turkey. - Serve with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra flavor kick.