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Overhead shot of three ham and cheese sticks on a dark plate, golden puff pastry with browned edges, visible ham and melted mozzarella at ends.

Ham and Cheese Sticks Easy Brunch Finger Food

Ham and cheese sticks made with puff pastry or crescent dough, filled with ham and mozzarella, baked until golden.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed) or 1 can crescent roll dough For flakiness, opt for puff pastry; for a softer bite, use crescent dough.
  • 6 to 8 slices deli ham Blot dry if moist to prevent sogginess.
  • 6 to 8 sticks mozzarella or sliced cheese cut into strips Mozzarella melts nicely.
  • 1 egg for egg wash, optional; Promotes browning.
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard or mayo Optional, adds flavor.
  • garlic powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper Seasonings for topping.
  • sesame seeds or grated Parmesan Optional garnish.

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven:

    Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Prepare Dough Strips:

    Unfold puff pastry (or unroll crescent dough). If using crescent dough, press seams together to create a single sheet. Slice dough into strips 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5-4 cm) wide.

  3. Assemble Rolls:

    Optionally, brush a thin layer of Dijon mustard or mayo onto each strip. Place a ham slice on the strip, then set cheese at one end. Roll up like a sleeping bag, tucking the ends inward.

  4. Add Toppings:

    Coat tops with egg wash for gloss and color. Dust with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and/or sesame seeds or grated Parmesan as desired.

  5. Bake Until Golden:

    Bake 12 to 16 minutes until deeply golden and crisp.

  6. Cool Before Serving:

    Allow to cool several minutes before serving since the cheese will be extremely hot.