Ham and Cheese Sticks
Deliciously crispy ham and cheese sticks, perfect for snacks or appetizers!
Ingredients
Dough and Fillings
- 2 tubes crescent dough sheets
- 1 pound deli-sliced ham
- 8 sticks cheddar cheese Can substitute with mozzarella or pepper jack
Flavor Enhancements
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon dried minced onion or onion powder
- ½ tablespoon poppy seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by either greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Roll out the crescent dough sheets on a clean surface and cut each sheet into 4 equal pieces.
- Distribute the deli-sliced ham evenly among the pieces of dough.
- Place a cheddar cheese stick on top of the ham on each dough piece.
- Fold in the ends of each piece and roll to seal them tightly.
- Place the prepared sticks on your baking sheet.
Baking
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried onion, and poppy seeds together.
- Brush this flavorful butter mixture over each ham and cheese stick.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the sticks are golden brown and bubbling.
- Enjoy hot and fresh!
Notes
Serve warm as an appetizer with dipping sauces like mustard or ranch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.