Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls with Honey Mustard Sauce Recipe
These Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls with Honey Mustard Sauce are a delicious and comforting appetizer or snack. Rolled with layers of savory ham and melted Swiss or Provolone cheese inside soft pizza dough, then topped with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze with poppy seeds, these rolls bake to golden perfection. Perfect for parties or a tasty treat anytime.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
For the Rolls
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 large slices ham
- 8 slices Swiss or Provolone cheese
For the Honey Mustard Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Remove the pizza dough from the refrigerator 20 minutes before starting to allow it to come to room temperature, which makes it easier to roll out.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare your baking dish by spraying an 8 x 8 inch dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Roll Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 16 by 8 inches, using your baking dish as a size guide.
- Add Fillings: Lay the ham slices in a single layer over the dough, then top evenly with the slices of Swiss or Provolone cheese, ensuring the slices do not overlap.
- Roll and Slice: Starting with the edge closest to you, carefully roll the dough into a tight log encasing the ham and cheese. Using a serrated knife, slice the roll into 9 equal pieces and place them upright in the prepared baking dish.
- First Bake: Bake the rolls uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until cooked through and lightly golden. Check doneness by peeling back a layer to ensure the dough is fully baked and not doughy.
- Prepare Glaze: Melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Whisk together the melted butter, Dijon mustard, honey, and poppy seeds to create the honey mustard glaze.
- Glaze Rolls: Brush the honey mustard sauce evenly over the tops of the baked rolls.
- Second Bake: Return the glazed rolls to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the tops are deep golden brown and caramelized.
- Serve: Let the rolls cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the ham with turkey or chicken slices for a different flavor.
- Try using different cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella depending on your preference.
- If you prefer a spicier glaze, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or use spicy mustard instead of Dijon.
- These rolls can be prepared ahead of time, assembled and refrigerated, then baked just before serving.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pizza dough.
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