Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, golden-brown crescent roll oozing with melted cheese and savory ham - a mouthwatering treat that's ready in just 25 minutes! These irresistible sandwiches are the perfect solution for busy weeknight dinners, quick lunches, or crowd-pleasing appetizers that will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether you're a cooking novice or a seasoned chef, this foolproof recipe guarantees delicious results every single time!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cans crescent roll dough
- 8 slices ham
- 8 slices cheese (Swiss or cheddar)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
- Mustard for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Open the cans of crescent roll dough and carefully unroll them on a clean surface. You will find that each can contains 8 triangular sections of dough.
- Take one triangle of crescent roll dough and place a slice of ham on the wider end of the triangle. Follow with a slice of cheese on top of the ham.
- Starting from the wider end, roll the dough triangle up towards the point, encasing the ham and cheese inside. Make sure to pinch the edges to seal the roll securely.
- Repeat the process for the remaining crescent roll triangles, ham, and cheese until all ingredients are used, resulting in 8 rolled sandwiches.
- Place the rolled sandwiches on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for even baking.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg until well combined. Brush the beaten egg over the tops of the crescent roll sandwiches to give them a golden finish as they bake.
- If desired, sprinkle poppy seeds over the egg-washed sandwiches for added flavor and texture.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are puffed and golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the sandwiches from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet.
- Serve the baked ham and cheese crescent roll sandwiches warm, with mustard on the side for dipping if desired.
Tips
- For extra flavor, try using different cheese varieties like smoked gouda, pepper jack, or a blend of cheeses.
- Ensure your crescent roll edges are well-sealed to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.
- Let the rolls cool for a few minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- For a fancy touch, experiment with different mustards or add a sprinkle of dried herbs like thyme or rosemary before baking.
- If you're meal prepping, these sandwiches can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- Use high-quality deli ham for the best flavor and texture.
- For a golden, shiny crust, don't skip the egg wash - it's the secret to that beautiful bakery-style finish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 55mg