why make this recipe
This recipe gives you a fast, tasty party snack. It looks nice on a plate. Kids and adults like it. You do not need many tools. You can make many in minutes.
introduction
These ham roll ups use cream cheese and pickles. They are simple and low cost. You can serve them warm or cold. For more easy party ideas, try a sweet treat like baking cookies with the family to round out your snack table.
how to make Easy to Make Ham Roll Ups
Work on a clean plate or cutting board. Keep the cream cheese soft so it spreads easy. Use rectangle ham so the roll looks even. Put the pickle near the long edge before you roll. Push toothpicks through to hold the roll. For a fruity twist, you can compare this to other roll ups such as cranberry roll-ups and choose one you like.
Ingredients :
- 1 lb Deli Sliced Ham (rectangle shaped, not round or oval)
- 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- Sliced Pickles
- toothpicks
Directions :
- Place a slice of ham on a plate, blot with towel/paper towel to get some of the juice off. It helps the cream cheese to spread easier.
- Spread cream cheese over slice of ham, place a pickle and one end on the longer side.
- Roll the ham over the pickle and continue on until you reach the other side of the piece of ham.
- Place toothpicks across the ham, making sure to get each one through the pickle; about every 1/2 – 3/4 inch.
- Using a non-serrated sharp knife, cut halfway between each toothpick. Push the toothpick all the way through so half the toothpick is showing on each side. Throw them in a bowl or on a platter as you do each one.
- Eat and enjoy!
how to serve Easy to Make Ham Roll Ups
Place roll ups on a platter. Stand them on their ends so they look neat. Serve with simple sides like chips or raw veggies. Offer small napkins. They are good with a cold drink.
how to store Easy to Make Ham Roll Ups
Put leftovers in an airtight container. Keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days. Do not leave them at room temp for more than two hours. If pickles make the ham wet, blot before you roll next time.
tips to make Easy to Make Ham Roll Ups
Use chilled ham but soft cream cheese. If the cheese is hard, warm it a bit or beat it to soften. Cut even slices so each roll is the same size. Make a few extra; they are popular. For more simple meal ideas you can pair with, see an easy slow cooker beef potato cabbage dinner to feed a crowd.
variation
Try using deli turkey instead of ham. Use dill or sweet pickles to change the taste. Add a thin slice of cheese or a strip of bell pepper for color. Swap cream cheese for flavored cream cheese (garlic, herb) for a new taste.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes. Make them, cover, and chill. Add toothpicks right before serving if you want them very fresh.
Q: Can I use other fillings?
A: Yes. Try cucumber, bell pepper, or a thin strip of cheese.
Q: How long do they last?
A: In the fridge in a tight container, up to 3 days. They are best the same day.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Freezing changes the pickle texture. Not recommended.
Conclusion
For a quick, no-fuss party snack, these ham roll ups work great and please many guests. For more ideas and a full write-up on this appetizer, see this Great Appetizer Recipe: Ham Roll Ups.
Ham Roll Ups
Ingredients
Method
- Work on a clean plate or cutting board.
- Blot a slice of ham with a towel or paper towel to remove excess juice.
- Spread cream cheese over the slice of ham.
- Place a pickle at one end on the longer side of the ham.
- Roll the ham over the pickle and continue rolling until reaching the other side.
- Insert toothpicks across the ham roll, ensuring each goes through a pickle at intervals of about 1/2 to 3/4 inch.
- With a non-serrated sharp knife, cut halfway between each toothpick.
- Push the toothpick all the way through so that half is showing on each side.
- Place the finished rolls in a bowl or on a platter.
- Serve and enjoy!