Ham and Cheese Bread Rolls are a fun, tasty treat kids and adults alike will love. They’re delicious as snacks or appetizers and perfect for feeding a crowd!
I went a little overboard with the size of ham I bought for our Noche Buena feast, and three weeks later, I still have a generous amount of slices left in the freezer waiting to be used up. With that and day-old bread sitting in my pantry, ham and cheese bread rolls seemed like the perfect merienda to make this afternoon.
They took a bit more work than slapping together the ham and bread slices into a sandwich but enjoying them hot and fresh was worth the while. Golden and crunchy on the outside and gooey and cheesy on the inside, they’re a fun and tasty snack the whole family will love.
What makes these roll-ups uniquely delicious is a thin spread of strawberry jam. It might sound like a weird addition, but it does work. The sweetness balances the ham’s saltiness and the cheese’s richness for a whole level of yum!
And if you’re looking for other flavor varieties, check out these filling options below that you can substitute. These bread rolls are versatile; feel free to experiment with whatever veggies and protein you have.
Other filling options
- Bell peppers strips, browned sausage, cream cheese
- Pepperoni slices, shredded mozzarella, pizza sauce
- Shredded beef, sauteed mushrooms, cheese whiz
- Canadian bacon, pineapple tidbits, quick-melt cheese
- chopped Roma tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, basil leaves
- hotdogs and cheese
- Spam, scrambled eggs, cheddar
Serving suggestions
Serve these crispy bread rolls with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup or Ranch dressing. Enjoy a piece or two with melon juice for a tasty and filling midday snack!
Storage instructions
These bread rolls are best enjoyed hot and fresh from the pan and do not reheat well.
- To make ahead for a party or to store for future use, arrange unfried rolls in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Transfer to a resealable bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Thaw in the refrigerator and cook as directed in the recipe until golden and crunchy.
