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Ham and Cheese Sticks

Perfect for quick lunches or snacks, these ham and cheese sticks combine deli ham and cheddar wrapped in crescent dough. Topped with a flavorful butter glaze including Worcestershire, mustard, and poppy seeds, they're sure to be a hit with kids.

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Updated on Wed, 01 Jan 2025 17:35:10 GMT
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Kid Approved Ham and Cheese Sticks

I discovered these ham and cheese sticks when looking for new lunch ideas for my picky eater. Now they've become our most requested snack. The way the cheese gets all melty inside that buttery crescent dough while the ham adds just the right amount of savory goodness makes these absolutely irresistible. Every time I make them the kitchen fills with the most amazing aroma and little hands appear as if by magic.

A Snack That Makes Everyone Happy

These treats have saved countless afternoon snack times in our house. The combination of soft dough gooey cheese and tender ham creates something truly special. I love how quickly they come together and my kids love helping roll them up. There's something about that warm melty cheese that brings smiles every single time.

What You'll Need

  • Crescent Dough Sheets: These make our lives so much easier.
  • Ham: Thin slices work best here.
  • Cheese: Those cheese sticks make the perfect melty center.
  • Butter Sauce: Our special blend of flavors makes everything better.

Let's Start Rolling

Prepare the Dough
Get your oven warming up while you cut that dough into perfect portions.
Add the Filling
Layer your ham and cheese then roll everything up nice and snug.
Brush with Butter Sauce
Mix up that magical butter sauce and brush it all over.
Bake
Let them turn golden and gorgeous in the oven.

Making Them Your Own

Sometimes we mix things up with different cheeses mozzarella makes amazing cheese pulls. Turkey works beautifully too when we want something different. If I'm feeling ambitious I'll make my own dough but honestly the pre made stuff works perfectly.

Keeping Them Fresh

These keep nicely in the fridge for about 3 days though they rarely last that long in our house. A quick warm up brings back all that melty goodness. I always use cheese sticks now they give us the perfect cheese to bread ratio every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make these ahead of time?

You can assemble them ahead and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before baking. Wait to brush with butter mixture until just before baking.

→ What can I use instead of crescent dough?

Puff pastry or pizza dough work well as alternatives. Just adjust baking time according to package directions.

→ Can I use different cheese?

Any cheese stick variety works well. Try mozzarella, pepper jack, or Swiss for variety. Just make sure it's a cheese that melts well.

→ How do I prevent the cheese from leaking?

Make sure to seal the edges well and don't skip folding in the ends before rolling. This creates a good seal to keep the cheese inside.

→ Can I freeze these?

Yes, freeze them after baking and cooling. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until warm throughout.

Ham Cheese Sticks

Crescent dough rolls filled with deli ham and cheese sticks, brushed with a savory butter glaze. A kid-friendly lunch or snack ready in minutes.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes
By: Meryem

Category: Kid-Friendly

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 8 Servings (8 sticks)

Dietary: Low-Carb

Ingredients

01 2 tubes crescent dough sheets.
02 1 lb deli sliced ham.
03 8 cheddar cheese sticks.
04 1/4 cup butter, melted.
05 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce.
06 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
07 1/2 tablespoon dried minced onion (or onion powder).
08 1/2 tablespoon poppy seeds.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 350°F.

Step 02

Cut each dough sheet into 4 pieces (8 total).

Step 03

Divide ham evenly between dough pieces.

Step 04

Place cheese stick on ham.

Step 05

Fold in ends and roll to seal bottom.

Step 06

Place on lined baking sheet.

Step 07

Mix butter glaze by combining melted butter, Worcestershire, mustard, onion, and poppy seeds.

Step 08

Brush glaze over sticks.

Step 09

Bake 12-15 minutes until golden.

Notes

  1. Perfect for kids' lunches.
  2. Quick and easy to make.
  3. Can prep ahead.
  4. Freezer friendly.
  5. Customizable with different cheeses.
  6. Great for parties or snacks.

Tools You'll Need

  • Baking sheet.
  • Parchment paper or foil.
  • Small bowl.
  • Pastry brush.
  • Knife.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (cheese, butter).
  • Wheat (crescent dough).
  • Eggs (in crescent dough).
  • Mustard.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 197
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: 13 g