Best 10 Baked Ham And Cheese Appetizer Recipes

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Baked ham and cheese appetizers are a delightful and savory treat that can be enjoyed as snacks, party food, or even as a light meal. They are incredibly versatile, allowing you to experiment with different flavors and ingredients to create unique and delicious creations. With so many variations to choose from, finding the perfect recipe for baked ham and cheese appetizers can be overwhelming. To help you navigate the culinary landscape, this article will provide a comprehensive guide to selecting the best recipe for your needs, ensuring that your next batch of baked ham and cheese appetizers is a hit with family and friends.

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HAM AND CHEESE BAKE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups leftover roasted vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, parsnips and onions
2 cups leftover cheeses, cut into pieces, such as Brie, Parmesan, and/or Gruyere
1/4 pound Canadian bacon or Black Forest ham, chopped
1/2 cup chopped scallions
12 eggs, at room temperature
2 cups milk, at room temperature
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with the olive oil. Spread the vegetables in the bottom, then top with a layer of the cheeses, then the ham, and then the scallions.
  • Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl. Pour the mixture over the layers and bake until lightly golden and the egg is set, about 50 minutes Allow the bake to sit for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

BAKED HAM AND CHEESE PARTY SANDWICHES



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These small, delicious sandwiches are perfect for any party. They are so good that even the pickiest of eaters will eat these.

Provided by LisaT

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Meat and Seafood     Ham

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup melted butter
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons poppy seeds
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
24 mini sandwich rolls
1 pound thinly sliced cooked deli ham
1 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix together butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and dried onion. Separate the tops from bottoms of the rolls, and place the bottom pieces into the prepared baking dish. Layer about half the ham onto the rolls. Arrange the Swiss cheese over the ham, and top with remaining ham slices in a layer. Place the tops of the rolls onto the sandwiches. Pour the mustard mixture evenly over the rolls.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the rolls are lightly browned and the cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Slice into individual rolls through the ham and cheese layers to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 43.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 439.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

EASY HAM AND CHEESE APPETIZER SANDWICHES



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This is a delicious, easy appetizer, and always a hit! Ham and Swiss cheese are baked inside rolls with a flavorful spread to form delicious little sandwiches.

Provided by DOREENB

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 onion, grated
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard
2 (12 ounce) packages white party rolls
½ pound chopped cooked ham
5 ounces shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together butter, poppy seeds, onion, Worcestershire sauce and prepared Dijon-style mustard.
  • Slice rolls in half horizontally and set aside tops. Spread bottoms with the butter mixture. Top with ham and Swiss cheese. Replace tops.
  • Arrange rolls in a single layer in a medium baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven 10 to 12 minutes, until rolls are lightly browned and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 62.7 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 747.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

BAKED HAM & CHEESE RING RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: crescent dinner rolls, mozzarella cheese, pepperoncinis, fresh basil, salami, ham, prosciutto, provolone cheese, salt, pepper, olive oil, balsamic vinegar

Provided by Robert Broadfoot

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz crescent dinner rolls, 2 cans
1 cup mozzarella cheese
½ cup pepperoncinis
¼ cup fresh basil
⅓ lb salami
⅓ lb ham
¼ lb prosciutto
8 slices provolone cheese, halved
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
olive oil, optional, for the dip
balsamic vinegar, optional, for the dip

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Unroll cans of dough, separate into triangles.
  • On a large cookie sheet, place a bowl in the center (about 5 inches [12cm] in diameter). Arrange the triangles in a ring around the bowl, dough should overlap.
  • Layer cheese, pepperoncinis, basil, salami, ham, prosciutto, and provolone on each triangle closest to the ring.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bring the top of the triangle over the filling, and tuck the edges under the bottom layer of dough. Repeat around the ring until the entire filling is enclosed.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.
  • Serve with olive oil and balsamic.
  • Cool 5 to 10 minutes before cutting into serving slices.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 6 grams

HAM AND SWISS APPETIZER CHEESECAKE



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Savory appetizer cheesecakes have great make-ahead convenience. The terrific combination of ham and Swiss cheese is classic.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 4h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup crushed round wheat crackers (about 28 crackers)
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup whipping (heavy) cream
2 eggs
2 cups finely shredded Swiss cheese (8 ounces)
1 cup chopped fully cooked ham
1/2 cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7.25-ounce jar)
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 package (13 ounces) assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Mix crushed crackers and butter until well blended. Press evenly in bottom of springform pan, 9x3 inches. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add whipping cream and eggs; beat until smooth. Stir in cheese, ham, bell peppers, onions and thyme. Spoon evenly over crust in pan.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until center is set. Run knife around edge of cheesecake to loosen. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 48 hours.
  • Remove side of pan. Place cheesecake on serving platter. Cut into wedges. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 30 mg

BAKED HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICHES



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I COLLECT cookbooks and enjoy reading them much like a novel. But when I start cooking, I create my own recipes to suit my taste. I used to cater parties and found I often had to be resourceful. This sandwich is one of my creations, so easy to cook for two and even one! -Norma Curtis, Ithaca, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bread
2 slices fully cooked ham
2 slices cheddar cheese
2 eggs
1-1/4 cups milk
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
Fresh asparagus tips, cooked
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Place two slices of bread in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish or two individual baking dishes. Top each with a slice of ham and cheese; top with remaining bread. , In a small bowl, beat the eggs, milk, mustard and parsley. Pour over sandwiches. Let stand for 5 minutes; carefully turn sandwiches over and let stand 5 minutes longer. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Top with asparagus and cheese if desired. Bake 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted and a knife inserted into the egg mixture comes out clean. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

BAKED HAM AND CHEESE



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This hot sandwich was inspired by the bistro classic, Croque Monsieur.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
Pinch of ground nutmeg
Coarse salt and ground pepper
8 slices white sandwich bread
3/4 pound cooked ham, thinly sliced
2 cups shredded Gruyere, or other melting white cheese
Dijon mustard, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foamy. Add flour; cook, whisking constantly, until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes (do not let color).
  • Add milk and nutmeg to saucepan. Whisking constantly, bring to a simmer; continue cooking until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a shallow dish; cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly on the surface of the sauce. Refrigerate at least 10 minutes.
  • Place 4 slices of bread on a baking sheet. Spread each slice with sauce, dividing evenly; layer with ham, and sprinkle each with 1/4 cup cheese. Top with remaining bread; sprinkle with remaining cup cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and golden, about 15 minutes. Serve hot, with mustard on the side, if desired.

BAKED HAM & CHEESE SANDWICHES RECIPE - (4/5)



Baked Ham & Cheese Sandwiches Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by bsterna

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 sticks butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 tablespoons French's mustard
1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 package King's Hawaiian Rolls
12 slices honey baked ham
12 slices provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan and then add the brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and poppy seeds to make a glaze. Brush the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish with some of the glaze mixture. Cut the entire package of rolls in half horizontally and brush the inside of each roll with the glaze. Now add a slice of ham and a slice of cheese to each roll. Place them in the baking dish and brush the tops with the remaining glaze mixture. Cover the rolls tightly with foil and bake in a 350°F oven for about 25 minutes.

HAM AND CHEESE ROLL-UPS



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There are only three ingredients in this tasty recipe-and one is a surprise. It's the ranch dressing that makes it so delicious.-Sara Hooks, Springfield, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 package (8 ounces) soft cream cheese
2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix
1 package (12 ounces) sliced fully cooked deli ham

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese and dressing mix; spread on each slice of ham. Roll up tightly. Wrap in plastic; chill several hours or overnight. Slice into 1-in. pieces.

Nutrition Facts :

HAM AND CHEESE ROLLS



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This appetizer ham and cheese roll includes a mustard-poppyseed sauce. Number of servings depends on usage.

Provided by Daphne2002

Categories     Ham

Time 35m

Yield 48 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages dainty dinner rolls (in aluminum pans)
8 ounces sliced ham
8 ounces swiss cheese
1/2 cup margarine
1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon onion flakes

Steps:

  • Slice top half off rolls while rolls are still attached to each other.
  • Set aside top half.
  • Layer bottom half with ham, then with cheese, covering to edges.
  • Replace top half and place on cutting board.
  • Using sharp knife, slice down through individual rolls.
  • Place in glass baking just large enough to hold both packages without crowding together.
  • Melt the stick of margarine in saucepan; add poppy seed, Worcestershire sauce, prepared mustard, and onion flakes.
  • Stir and pour over top of rolls.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 108.8, Carbohydrate 0.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 2.4

Recipes

Baked Ham and Cheese Appetizer:

  • Perfectly cook the slices of ham in a skillet over medium heat until they are crispy. Ensure that the cheese is properly melted when making the cheese mixture.
  • To prevent the puff pastry from drying out, store it in plastic and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Use kitchen parchment paper or a greased foil as it will help you easily lift the appetizers
  • To get evenly browned slices, make sure the slices of ham have equal sizes.
  • For perfect results, ensure that the cheese is shredded instead of being sliced.
Baked Ham and Asparagus Rolls:
  • Let the asparagus cook until it is crisp-tender in boiling salted water. Cook it for 3 to 4 minutes. To get the desired result, ensure that you dry the asparagus properly.
  • Slice the slices of ham into halves, and use a meat mallet to flatten them. Season them with salt and black peppers to taste.
  • While you're wrapping the asparagus with ham slices, begin by laying the asparagus at an angle to the ham, making sure that the tip extends outside the ham.
  • To prevent the roll from unrolling during the cooking process, secure it with a toothpick.
Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders:
  • To get the best results with the recipe, use hoagie or slider buns.
  • Place the buns on a lined sheet pan to gather an even golden-crust color.
  • Ensure that the cheese is properly melted when making the cheese mixture.
  • To make the process easier, use kitchen parchment paper or a greased foil as it will help you easily lift the appetizers.
  • For perfect results, ensure that the cheese is shredded instead of sliced.

Conclusion

In conclusion, these three delectable appetizers are the perfect starters to impress any of your guests. With a combination of salty, sweet, and creamy flavors, these appetizers will be a hit among your family, friends, or any occasion. Not only are these ham appetizer mouth-watering, but they are also easy to make. Follow these tips and instructions and enjoy the delectable flavors that these appetizers have to offer.

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