Description
These Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls with Honey Mustard Sauce are a savory and satisfying appetizer or snack featuring tender ham and melted Swiss or Provolone cheese wrapped inside soft pizza dough. Baked to golden perfection and topped with a flavorful honey mustard glaze sprinkled with poppy seeds, these rolls make for a deliciously comforting treat perfect for gatherings or casual meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 large slices ham
- 8 slices Swiss or Provolone cheese
Glaze Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Take the pizza dough out of the refrigerator about 20 minutes before beginning to let it come to room temperature, which makes it easier to roll out and work with.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to preheat while you prepare the rolls.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray an 8 x 8 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking during baking.
- Roll Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 16 by 8 inches, using the baking dish as a sizing guide.
- Add Fillings: Layer the ham evenly over the dough followed by a single layer of cheese slices, ensuring no overlapping slices for even baking and rolling.
- Roll and Slice: Starting from the edge closest to you, roll the dough tightly into a log with the ham and cheese inside. Using a serrated knife, slice the log into 9 equal rolls and place them upright in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake First Stage: Bake the rolls uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes until they are cooked through and lightly golden on top; check the center by peeling back a layer to ensure the dough is fully baked.
- Make Glaze: Melt the unsalted butter either in the microwave or on the stovetop. Whisk the melted butter together with Dijon mustard, honey, and poppy seeds to form the honey mustard glaze.
- Glaze Rolls: Brush the prepared honey mustard glaze evenly over the tops of the baked rolls.
- Bake Second Stage: Return the glazed rolls to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the tops turn a deep golden brown color and the glaze is set.
- Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and serve them warm or at room temperature for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Allowing pizza dough to reach room temperature improves pliability and rolling ease.
- If you prefer sharper or milder cheese, Swiss and Provolone both work wonderfully in this recipe.
- The honey mustard glaze adds a sweet and tangy finish that complements the savory ham and cheese perfectly.
- These rolls can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the rolled dough to prevent squashing the rolls.
- Ensure the rolls are fully baked through by checking the center – doughy centers can be uncomfortable to eat and spoil texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American