Perfectly Crispy Ham and Cheese Sticks for Cozy Nights
Delightful Ham and Cheese Sticks with savory ham, melted cheese, and a hint of Dijon mustard in flaky pastry.
Equipment
- Oven
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Rolling Pin
- Knife or pastry cutter
- Pastry Brush
Ingredients
For the Pastry
- 17.3 oz Puff pastry thawed and rolled out
For the Filling
- 6 oz Deli ham sliced
- 6 oz Cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix, sliced or shredded
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
For Egg Wash
- 1 Egg beaten
For Seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry until about ⅛ inch thick on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the rolled-out puff pastry into rectangles measuring approximately 3 inches by 5 inches.
- Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on one half of each rectangle.
- Layer a slice of deli ham followed by cheese on top of the mustard.
- If using, sprinkle chopped parsley over the cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- Place the assembled sticks on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Repeat the filling and sealing process until all pastry rectangles are filled.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving to allow filling to set.
Notes
Perfect for appetizers, lunch, or party snacks. Freezer-friendly for spontaneous cravings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1stickCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg
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